Petal & Leaf

Flowers=Amazing every time.
It was sad to see them go.

Mother’s day is always a floral surprise for me as my one and only daughter lives in LA. This year I got a beautiful cut flower arrangement from Petal and Leaf! I have always liked Kat as she used to be a business neighbor (JP Rentals& Sales is my business) until she moved up the street, but I was pleasantly surprised to get the original and modern looking arrangement delivered on time and stayed fresh for a week! I ‘know what my daughter paid, but it was just a perfect floral delight! Thanks Kat.

I am so sad this place closed. The staff was so friendly, funny, and personable, and the flowers were exotic, beautiful, and fresh. Will miss it so much :(

[I’ve read that Petal & Leaf is closing its doors. Unfortunately, I’d have to say I’m not surprised.]
* Flowers die within days.
* Convenient location.
* So-​so service.
I’ve purchased here several times, and each time the flowers have never lasted more than a couple days. Compare this with Lotus Designs in the South End — their arrangements are (usually) amazing and their flowers last for almost 2 weeks! But of course, they’re not cheap. I try to patronize local businesses, but I can no longer give Petal & Leaf mine. Still trying to find a better replacement. I’ve tried Exotic Flowers, 609 American Legion Hwy. Not a huge selection, but at least they last a week.

Boy has this been a long time coming!
So my Dad is the flower sending type. Birthdays, Valentine’s, stubbed toes, and especially APOLOGIES. Because he has had so very many instances where an apology was called for, seeing a bouquet of flowers floating my way in front of sneaker-​clad feet used to make me positively CRINGE in horror. The fact that the flowers were usually lackluster at best and hastily shoved between some babies breath and assorted common leafy things, dying after a day and a half, didn’t help matters much.
Until I moved to Boston that is, and my dad starting calling Petal & Leaf to apologize on his behalf! I have gotten 5 or 6 flower delivieries from Petal & Leaf and every time it is obvious that they were arranged meticulously, recently, and with great pride and knowledge.
They look great. I don’t mean great like your co-​worker Bryson comes over and says Where you ordering out today?- Hey, nice flowers…’ great. I mean the arrangement looks GREAT. Each individual flower looks great as well. They each look like a flower arrangement that someone who loves you painstakingly put together, flower by flower, in order to impress upon you how important you are to them.
The best part is that they last an impossibly long time. Most of my arrangements I had for over two weeks and they were still hanging in there. I don’t babysit my flowers, mind you. I’m not over there pouring magic crystals in the water and fussing around– I’m downright neglectful. Petal & Leaf flowers? They don’t care. They don’t need me. They’re just sitting pretty.

I’ve stopped by this place a few times since the plants at the windows always catch my eye. Every time i have gone, the people there have been so welcoming. Today i just so happened to go in, and as always had a great experience. the guy who helped me was so friendly, and took his time to explain the plants and what would work with my yard. I left with two plants that i’m very happy with. I would definately go back to buy some more!

Creativity, elegance, and kindness are found in abundance at this shop! Never mind that I always walk out with reasonably priced, colorful, long-​lasting bouquets, and cheerful chit chat when I visit the shop a few times a month. I must relate the tale of the Robbie Burns corsage…
Recently I was invited to a Robbie Burns Supper in honor of the famous 18^th century Scottish poet. Maybe you remember «My Love is Like a Red, Red Rose» or «To a Mouse» from English class? Anyway, having no kilt, and wanting to appear festive at the party, I ordered a red rose corsage for the party and a matching bouteniere for my sweetie. The florist on call took my late afternoon order on Thursday for Friday evening pick-​up.
On Friday afternoon I got a concerned call from fabulous Richard at Petal and Leaf who wisely talked me out of a plaid ribbon and promised to create something Scottish inspired. When I picked up the flowers a few hours later I was so delighted and surprised. Richard had hand-​wired a small spray of sweetheart red roses with purple thistle! It was so elegant and creative. My honey and I were a hit at the party, and the flowers have (so far) lasted five days in little bowls of water on our coffee table. I cannot be more effusive about the thoughtfulness of the staff at Petal and Leaf.

Aquanette loves her some flowers! Service at this shoppe is superb! I wish the selection was sometimes more varied, but otherwise everything works! CUTEST KITTY EVER ALERT!!!

I love Petal and Leaf. I got flowers from them for my informal wedding reception a couple of years ago and they were so sweet and helpful (plus the flowers were great). Since they moved to South St and are closer to my house, I’ve popped in more often for last-​minute floral arrangements and a plant here and there. I’d like to see their selection be a little bit bigger but I love their unique stock and great staff.

This flower shop is a lovely place with lovely people working there, especially the owner, and I have never had a bad experience there. The flowers are absolutely beautiful, and put together in interesting and unique combinations. I am always looking at my bouquets over and over again and seeing new personalities coming out– and they last for days! The one on my counter right now has been there over a week and is still beautiful.
It is a rare thing to find such a gem of a store these days, where you are met with friendly and helpful people who care about what they are doing, and who care that you find the right thing. I highly recommend Petal & Leaf. It brings me much joy.

A great place to order a flowers, and they have a nice selection. But I was totally disappointed with the service. I placed an order on line and mentioned that I need it delivered by noon the next day. I called around 1 PM the next day to ask them if the flowers were delivered, and was told that the driver is on the way. Upon calling back again at 2:30, I was told that the driver could not find the address??? I was getting impatient at this point but told them how to find the address, even though the place was right off one of the main roads around North Station and the building was prominently visible. Finally they were delivered at about 3:30 PM.
I just hope that the delivery issue was a one-​off incident and until it happens a second time, this will be one of the best places to get the flowers from.

I love flowers and I love that petal and leaf moved closer to my place! Friendly and patient staff. The new location is smaller but its brighter.

So Petal & Leaf is pretty much set up in their new location on South Street. It’s a bit small, so their in-​store selection is limited. If you need a quick rose, orchid, or bud vase, they’ll have it, but don’t expect a massive selection. (JAN 2009 UPDATE: I finally got a chance to go back in and they’ve almost doubled the amount of stuff they have on-​site for sale. And it’s fantastic! Really creative selections.)
But who cares! The real value in this place is heading in to talk to Kat a few days before you need your flowers and talking over what you want with her. Then she’ll put together something amazing for you the next time she hits the flower markets and distributors (which she does extremely frequently).
Think of Petal & Leaf as being a «personal shopper» for custom arrangements, someone who can navigate all the Secret Flower Cabal back-​alleys and distributors for you. It’s not necessarily going to be cheap, but it’ll turn out amazing, unique, and interesting.

I don’t know, but I really can’t say I’m impressed.
While the owner did seem very nice, a lot of the plants looked half-​dead (especially the orchids seemed in pretty bad shape), it was very pricey (maybe not for Boston standards, but compared to what I’m used to and regard as reasonable), and their selections of pots and vases seemed very limited (we couldn’t actually find a pot for the plant we bought).
I love plants, but this place made me feel rather depressed, as the flowers didn’t seem to get lots of love here.
Maybe it’s because they’re in the process of moving? I will give them the benefit of doubt and try their new location, but for now I cannot give more than 2 stars.
OK, I’ve been to the new location and will add a star to my rating. Their new place is absolutely gorgeous, and the plants look a lot happier here. The selection is limited, however, and still a bit pricey for my liking.

Who knew such beauty could be plucked out of this area of Jamaica Plain?
I’ve never actually bought or received flowers from here myself since nobody loves me and I don’t love anybody. JayKay — everybody loves me. And I love everybody. But no flowers ;(
This store is absolutely cutesy wootsey. I’ve been in here a few times because Unilocaler Jenna C. loves tons of people and I join her on her quests to pick out the perfect flowers. However, I’m never really needed since the staff here is absolutely fantastic at their job and are able to help you find the perfect gift for those you love. Good for them, I’ll just stand here and look pretty.
The store is small but the selection is vast. They have gorgeous flowers, plants, and whatever other tchotchkes you may or may not be shopping for. I think the best thing about the store besides the beautiful arrangements is the staff. They are friendly, fast, and attentive to what you need. Not sure what to get? Ask! They’ll help you out. And once you’ve made your final selection, they’ll wrap your flowers up with a beautiful ribbon and a friendly smile.

Love these folks. I heart Kat, the owner.
Better than Winston’s for sure. Cheaper, and WAY more friendly.
Great Floral Arrangements.
Amendment: They are moving to South Street, near the James Gate.
Just, so you can find them…

I love Petal and Leaf because they are easily the friendliest florist I’ve ever been to. They helped me put together more than a few arrangements, all of which got compliments and/​or made the person considerably less pissed off at me. They’re creative, which makes up for my complete lack of ability to conceptualize art/​beauty. Even if you’re not mister moneybags you can put together a decent, great looking bouquet with the help of Petal and Leaf. Just don’t try to park right in front of the place, it’s a busy intersection and it’s a pain in the butt. Park in the CVS lot or on Moraine Street instead.

#12 on my speed dial. Local delivery $ 12.
When I forget a friend’s bday, P&L.
When I want to say «gee, thanks!» it’s P&L.
When we need cheer-​FUL, help-​FUL, local-​FUL employees and owners!
When we want beauti-​FUL, creative-​FUL fresh-​FUL arrangements!
Bound to save your ass, P&L.

Petal and Leaf is my florist.
Local small business, friendly knowledgeable staff, overpriced do-​it yourself– bouquets, precious gifts, queer friendly (of course it’s JP, I’m just waiting for the gas stations to be queer friendly)
When there were deaths in my distant family I once sent a plant and once an arrangement and the people really appreciated my scented thought. Be prepared to spend nearly $ 50 for a decent package with shipping and all. In all seriousness, Petal and Leaf helped me embrace the gesture of sending flowers–
The single flowers are sometimes $ 4 a pop making a bouquet easily a small fortune. I am overwhelmed by the colors and types but I am trying to become a better arranger.
My boss just threw a party and we bought her a pink and white $ 50 Calla Lily plant in a very nice planter. One of my co-​workers scoffed, «$ 50 for a plant!» This Calla Lily Florida transplant can not be planted outside in New England (like other Perennial Lilys) and needs indirect sun and moisture. It will bloom all year. Lovely!
I also got my friend a Japanese giftoid bean that is supposed to sprout into a plant with the printed message «Happy Birthday!»
The price of this cleverly marketed seed is of course an extreme rip-​off but the art is what I am buying. How do they do that?!!
In closing, they will wrap your gift in funky paper.
Don’t be afraid to talk botany and plant care with the folk at Petal and Leaf–

Growing up, my family had a florist that we always relied upon for every occasion — holidays, birthdays, funerals.
Petal and Leaf is poised to become my new family florist. The shop is located in the Hyde Square area of JP, and if you’re ever there to shop Centre St., you should take a gander through Petal and Leaf. The shop attendants are always happy to discuss unique flower arrangements with you, and never snuff when you give them a «$ 15-​ish price range» to make a beautiful bouquet. They’re very accommodating on deliveries and always put together a memorable arrangement.
Their website is sparse, but a good start to acquaint yourself with this JP gem.