The Flower Blog

Join us in celebrating 65 years of beautiful blooms and exceptional service. Enter today for your chance to win and be a part of our anniversary festivities!

Entering is easy! There's no purchase necessary, just follow these steps:

1. Gather your info:

   • Have your name, phone number, address, and email address handy (all information required for entry).

2. Choose your entry method:

   • Text: Send your information to our shop phone at (317) 509-0668.
   • Email: Send your information to gillespieflorists@gmail.com.
   • In Store: Fill out an entry form next time you're at the store.

That's it! We'll use this information to contact the winner and deliver their prize directly.

Don't miss out! Entries close on September 3rd, 2024. Good luck!

Use of Information:

By entering the Gillespie Florists 65th Anniversary Raffle, you agree to receive promotional communications from Gillespie Florists, including but not limited to, emails, text messages, and direct mail. You can unsubscribe from these communications at any time.

Eligibility:

This raffle is open to legal residents of Indiana who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry. Void where prohibited. Employees of Gillespie Florists and their immediate families are not eligible to enter.

Entry Period:

The raffle entry period begins on July 1, 2024, and ends on September 3, 2024.

Selection of Winner:

One winner will be randomly selected from all eligible entries on or about September 6, 2024. The winner will be contacted by phone and/or email using the information provided in their entry.

Prize:

The prize is a $65 Gillespie Florists gift card. No substitution, transfer, or cash equivalent of the prize will be allowed.

General Conditions:

Gillespie Florists reserves the right to cancel, suspend, or modify the raffle at any time without notice. By entering the raffle, participants agree to be bound by these official rules and regulations.

Show Us Your Summer Style with Gillespie Florists! Win a $65 Gift Card!

Calling all flower lovers! We're celebrating summer with a photo contest on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Here's how to join the fun and win a $65 Gillespie Florists gift card:

1. Snap a Pic:

• • Grab a photo of yourself with gorgeous flowers, unique gifts, or anything you got from Gillespie Florists.
  • Don't be camera shy! You can just show off our products, include a group of friends, or even feature your furry companion with our blooms - get creative!

2. Share it with Us:

• • Publicly post your photo on our Facebook page, tweet it to us, or share it on Instagram.
  • Make sure to use the hashtag #65DAYSOFSUMMER and tag our account:

• • • Facebook: @GillespieFlorists (https://www.facebook.com/gillespieflorists/)
    • Twitter: @gillespiefloris
    • Instagram: gillespieflorists

• • Tag yourself and anyone else in the picture.

3. Private Account? No Problem!

• • Don't have a public account? Email your photo to gillespieflorists@gmail.com with "ATTN: Social Media Contest Entry" in the subject line. Include your name and contact information.
  • We'll add your entry to our "65 Days of Summer Contest Album" on Facebook.

4. Get Your Fans Cheering!

• • Once your photo is in the contest album, ask your friends and family to "Like" and comment on it to show their love!

5. The Winner Takes All!

• • After summer ends on September 4th, 2024, we'll tally up the "Likes" and comments on all entries. The photo with the MOST engagement wins!
  • We'll announce the winning summer snap on Facebook around September 6, 2024, so stay tuned!

Ready to share your summer style and win a $65 gift card? Get clicking!

Gillespie Florists 65 Days of Summer Contest - Official Rules

Eligibility:

• This contest is open to legal residents of Indiana who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry.
• Employees of Gillespie Florists and their immediate families are not eligible to enter.
• Void where prohibited.

Entry Period:

• The contest entry period begins on July 1 and ends on September 4th, 2024, at 11:59 PM EST.

How to Enter:

• There are two ways to enter:

• • Public Social Media Entry: Publicly post a photo on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram that features flowers, gifts, or other products from Gillespie Florists. Include the hashtag #65DAYSOFSUMMER and tag the appropriate Gillespie Florists account (as listed above). Tag yourself and anyone else in the photo.
  • Private Account Entry: If your social media account is private, email your photo to gillespieflorists@gmail.com with "ATTN: Social Media Contest Entry" in the subject line. Include your name and contact information in the email. Gillespie Florists will add your entry to the "65 Days of Summer Contest Album" on Facebook.

• Multiple entries are allowed, but each entry must be unique and will be treated as individual entries.

Selection of Winner:

• On or about September 6th, 2024, Gillespie Florists will determine the winner by tallying the total number of "Likes" and comments received on each entry in the "65 Days of Summer Contest Album" on Facebook. The entry with the highest combined total of "Likes" and comments will be declared the winner.
• In the case of a tie, a random drawing will be conducted to select the winner from among the tied entries.

Prize:

• The winner will receive a $65.00 gift card to Gillespie Florists.
• No substitution, transfer, or cash equivalent of the prize will be allowed.

General Conditions:

• By entering the contest, participants agree to be bound by these official rules and regulations.
• Gillespie Florists reserves the right to cancel, suspend, or modify the contest at any time without notice.
• Gillespie Florists reserves the right to disqualify any entry that does not comply with these official rules or that Gillespie Florists deems to be inappropriate or offensive.
• Entrants grant Gillespie Florists the non-exclusive right to use, publish, and display their contest entry photos (including the participant's name and likeness) for promotional purposes in any media without further compensation.
• Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram are not sponsors of this contest and are not affiliated with Gillespie Florists.

Winner Announcement:

• The winner will be announced on Facebook on or about September 9th, 2024.
• The winner will also be contacted directly by Gillespie Florists using the contact information provided in their entry.

Dive into Fun with Gillespie Florists: Celebrating 65 Years with a Dog Pool Party!

As Gillespie Florists commemorates 65 years of bringing beauty and joy to Indianapolis and its surrounding communities, we’re excited to invite you to a unique and delightful celebration! To mark this special milestone, we're hosting a Dog Pool Party on Saturday, July 13th.

Join us for an afternoon of splashing, wagging tails, and fun in the sun with our beloved four-legged friends. Whether you have a pup who loves to swim or just want to join in on the festivities, this event is open to everyone – including kids and those without pets.

Celebrate with us as we honor 65 wonderful years in business with an event that promises to be as joyful and heartwarming as the flowers we provide. Bring your dogs, your family, and your friends, and let's make a splash together!

Dog Pool Party Event

Saturday, July 13, 2024  1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

• Pool Party:  3-4 kiddie pools for the dogs to play in!

• Refreshment Station: Cookies, lemonade, tea, and dog treats

• Balloon Station:  1 free latex balloon, variety of colors available

• Selfie station:  Pose with your pup for a fun photo!

Photos of last year's similar event:

For 65 wonderful years, Gillespie Florists has been honored to be a part of the Indianapolis community, spreading beauty and joy through our beautiful floral arrangements and gifts. As we commemorate this milestone, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our loyal customers and the vibrant communities we serve.

To celebrate this remarkable achievement, we are thrilled to announce our 65 Days of Summer celebration! From July 1, 2024, to September 3, 2024, we have planned a series of exciting events and activities.

See our schedule of events below as well as additional information regarding our planned festivities. Whether you’re a long-time customer or new to Gillespie Florists, our 65 Days of Summer is the perfect opportunity to experience the magic that has helped make us your go-to florist for over six decades.

65 Days of Summer Specials and Events (valid July 1 - September 3)

• 65th Anniversary Raffle: Celebrate our 65th anniversary by entering our raffle! One lucky winner will receive a $65 Gillespie Florists gift card. To enter, provide your name, phone number, address, and email address. You can enter electronically by texting the shop phone (317-509-0668) or emailing (gillespieflorists@gmail.com). Learn more about our 65 Anniversary Raffle.

• Coupon Code: Enjoy a discount of $6.50 off any order with the coupon code 65YEARS. Restrictions apply: cannot be combined with other offers, and there is a minimum purchase of $30.

• Social Media Contest: Participate in the Gillespie Florists 65 Days of Summer Contest! Post a snapshot of flowers or giftware from Gillespie Florists on our Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram with the hashtag #65DAYSOFSUMMER and tag Gillespie Florists. Make sure your post is public and tag yourself and anyone else in the photo. We will add your entry to our "65 Days of Summer Contest Album." Encourage your friends and family to "Like" and comment on your photo. The post with the most likes and comments by the end of the contest will win a $65 Gillespie Florists gift card! Contest ends September 4th, 2024. Winners will be announced on Facebook. Learn more about our social media contest
  • Facebook
  • Twitter/X: @gillespiefloris
  • Instagram: @gillespieflorists

• Senior Citizens Day: Seniors 65 years and older receive a 20% discount every Wednesday during the promotional period. Restrictions apply: cannot be combined with other offers, and there is a minimum purchase of $30.

Weekly Promotions 

• Happy Hour Specials:  Weeknight (Monday - Friday) carry out specials, 4-6 p.m. Product will change weekly. Visit our social media posts or call 317-273-1100 for the current weeknight special. 

• BOGO Weekend Specials:  Weekend only carry out specials. Product will change weekly. Visit our social media posts or call 317-273-1100 for the current weekend special. 

Community Events (Select weekends only)

• Dog Pool Party: Join us to celebrate Minnie & Evie’s Birthday with a Doggie Pool Party- Saturday, July 13th:  1:00-2:00 pm Learn more about our Dog Pool Party

• Kids Day/Open House Party - Saturday, August 3rd: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Additional information about activities will be updated soon.

• Holiday Sales:  4th of July Sale - 20% off storewide; restrictions apply; dates of sale July 1-7.  Labor Day Sale - 20% off storewide; restrictions apply; dates of sale August 31-September 3. Sale excludes: Any fresh flower, plants and any serviced product.  

• 3 Wings & A Prayer Food Truck:  July 20th from 11am - 7pm 

Stay tuned for more details and mark your calendars for a summer filled with flowers, fun, and celebration!

As the leaves turn golden and the air takes on a crisp chill, we're thrilled to bring you a bewitching blend of floral enchantment. Halloween and Dia de los Muertos fall close together each year and are often lumped together. Let's explore some of the unique qualities of each of these holidays.

Halloween - Embrace the Eerie:
Halloween, a night of spookiness and playful frights, is all about embracing the eerie and letting your imagination run wild. At Gillespie Florists, we've crafted a bewitching collection of blooms that capture the spirit of Halloween. Create sinister centerpieces or boo-tiful bouquets for everyday decor or a costume party. 

Dia de los Muertos - Honoring Loved Ones:
Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is a beautiful Mexican tradition where families come together to honor their loved ones who have passed away. It's a celebration of life, love, and remembrance. Create an ofrenda (altar) that truly honors your ancestors with our breathtaking blooms.

At Gillespie Florists, we're here to help you celebrate both of these wonderful occasions with our stunning floral arrangements. Whether you're looking to add a touch of spookiness to your Halloween or a heartfelt tribute to your Dia de los Muertos festivities, our florists are ready to create something truly magical for you.

Visit our website or stop by our store today to explore our wide selection of enchanting blooms.

Upcoming Event:

Join us for Trick or Treat in store and get a free flower, candy and furbaby treats on 10/31/23 from 4-6PM.

Check out our assortment of Halloween arrangements

Field trip at a flowershop?! Yes we can! 

Gillespie Florists offers an exciting, informative and hands on experience around the store in a field trip format for everyone to enjoy! Let's take a look at how our friends from Our Shepherd Lutheran Church Preschool enjoyed their visit with us!

Sarah, Gillespie Florists Manager and Owner coordinated with the teachers at Our Shepherd and our own staff to ensure a safe, educational and fun visit for the class! With an approximate class size of twenty kiddos and a few parent volunteers, Sarah chose to divide and conquer by splitting the class into two groups and switching halfway through the field trip for plenty of time to tour the entire building (including a chilly walk through our 500 sq ft cooler), make bouquets, sign cards, and even smell the roses!

Some highlights from the field trip included:

Customer Service at the Counter:

When visitors walk through our door and into the main display room, the first thing they will see is the service counter where our friendly CSRs help customers make their selections. With a large video display installed, customers and staff can also surf our website together to find the perfect arrangement for any occasion!

Display Floor

It's a jungle out there with all of our lush green plants! Sarah walks everyone through the different areas of the display floor including the small cooler and gift section in the entryway; the adorable wall of plush; and our lovely garden of a plant display which leads to the red carpet into the design room, cooler and delivery area!

Caring for Flowers

When the delivery vans aren't parked inside the garage during the evening, it is transformed into a flower processing room during the day. The class enjoyed an exciting demonstration on how we clean leaves and thorns off of roses using a special machine, cutting stems, and help them soak up water and nutrients in buckets before being placed in the 500 square foot cooler or out on the display floor! The students also had an opportunity to check out a delivery van and how bouquets are loaded in the vehicle for safe transportation.

Bouquets for the Road

While the Group One toured the store with Sarah, Group Two made little bouquets to take home and give to a loved one! Gillespie Florist staff member Curt helped with the selection of roses,carnations, daisies, and babies breath while Robyn gave a quick lesson on wrapping bouquets in cellophane!  

After Group One finished their tour of the store with Sarah, they jumped in on the fun of selecting flowers and making a take home bouquet! Everyone signed cards for their gifts and the visit was successfully finished! 

As you can see from the photos, everyone had a wonderful time and Our Shepard Lutheran Church Preschool was kind enough to share photos from their experience on how the class put their knowledge to work by setting up a flowershop in the classroom. What a wonderful idea! Want to learn more about the preschool and their class tour? Check it out here!

Interested in doing a tour at our store? Give us a call at (317) 273-1100 or email gillespieflorists@gmail.com!