Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Cambridge MA Florist Since 1917
Brattle Square Florist has been an integral part of Harvard Square since 1917, evolving from a small produce and flower shop into a beloved community institution. Our commitment to daily fresh flower purchases ensures every arrangement meets the highest quality standards while offering unmatched value and expertise. Recognized by authors and local patrons alike, we pride ourselves on personalized service and deep community ties.Through decades of operation, we have cultivated a loyal customer base that appreciates our dedication to floral excellence and community engagement. Our online shop extends this heritage to a broader audience while maintaining the personal touch that defines our brand.
Services
Floral Arrangements
Bouquet Delivery
Orchid Care
Sympathy Designs
Wedding Flowers
House Plants
Gift Baskets
Custom Orders
Seasonal Decor
Corporate Services
Details
- Year established: 1917
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in floral design and community service
- We purchase thousands of fresh flowers daily for guaranteed quality
- Our manager Stephen Stavros continues four generations of family ownership
- Featured as a resource in The New York Times best-selling 'The Language of Flowers'
- We maintain a 98% customer satisfaction rate from our loyal clientele
Services
Floral Arrangements
Custom-designed floral arrangements for every occasion using fresh seasonal flowers. Our experienced florists create centerpieces, decorative displays, and special event designs that exceed expectations. Available for pickup or local delivery, our arrangements combine artistic vision with decades of floral expertise.
Sympathy Designs
Thoughtful sympathy floral arrangements honoring special relationships. We create traditional wreaths, elegant baskets, and sophisticated vased flowers that convey compassion during difficult times. Our premium white lilies, hydrangeas, and roses offer comfort while reflecting the deceased's personality and relationship to loved ones.
Orchid Care
Premium orchid maintenance and plant care services. We offer repotting, pruning, and fertilization for long-lived beauty, with potted orchids available in ceramic containers. Our staff provides expert advice on proper lighting, watering, and humidity requirements to ensure healthy, blooming plants.
Bouquet Delivery
Timely flower deliveries for special occasions and spontaneous gifts. Our drivers ensure blooms arrive fresh and intact within Cambridge and Boston areas. Available for birthdays, anniversaries, hospital visits, and sympathy occasions with guaranteed delivery time windows for critical events.
Wedding Flowers
Full-service wedding floral design from ceremony arches to reception centerpieces. We collaborate with couples to create custom bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, and venue decorations matching wedding themes. Our team handles logistics, setup, and design consultations for stress-free event execution.
People
Stephen Stavros
Manager
Third-generation manager with decades of floral expertise, Stephen Stavros maintains the family legacy through daily customer interactions and quality control. He oversees design teams and ensures operational excellence while fostering community relationships.
Zedros Stavros
Owner
Current owner Zedros Stavros manages daily operations while honoring the century-old family tradition. He maintains the shop's historical integrity while implementing modern floral techniques and business practices to ensure continued success.
Questions
Do you deliver outside Cambridge?
Yes, we deliver throughout Boston and surrounding cities for a small fee. Same-day delivery is available in most areas with advance notice.
What if flowers aren't available?
We guarantee seasonal substitutions with equal or higher value blooms while maintaining the original arrangement's style and color scheme.
Can I order online?
Our website offers select arrangements for purchase with delivery options. For custom orders, we recommend calling the shop directly.
Are you open holidays?
We operate 363 days annually, closing only Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Regular hours apply for other holidays including Thanksgiving and Easter.
How fresh are your flowers?
We receive daily shipments from premier growers worldwide, ensuring maximum freshness. All inventory is replaced every 48 hours to maintain quality standards.
