Dr Delphinium Flower & Orchid House

As an Executive Assistant, I sometimes order flowers as a business gift and it’s important that they look fresh and presentable. I’ve been ordering flowers from Dr. Delphinium since 2012 and have never been anything less than impressed with the results. They arrive hand-​delivered, in a vase with water (no wilted boxed flowers) and always on time. The arrangements are as beautiful in person as they look online.
My only suggestion when ordering is to be aware of the size before you make your purchase (when in doubt, call) — the short square glass vase arrangements are absolutely stunning, but very small for the price.

My mother (who worked for Gunther’s many years ago and always spoke of it highly) recently ordered a $ 65 bouquet for her friend who had just had surgery. She asked for a mixed bouquet with current flowers, but especially some bright blooms such as Gerbers. Seemed pretty foolproof. But no. The bouquet arrived as a short, non-​traditional grouping of inexpensive flowers that didn’t even relate colorwise to one another. Three sunflowers on one side, several purple phlox or snapdragons, and a handful of spiky green in the middle. Not pretty nor soft for the elderly lady she had stipulated it was to be for. Though the recipient was pleased with having been gifted, when my mother saw it she was appalled. Needless to say, she will NOT be dealing with Gunthers/​Dr. Delphinium in the future. Too bad too, as she could have easily bought three times the blooms and done a great job herself.

Before Dr Delphinum took over this business from Guenther, my husband had been taking his orchid here for 14 years, right after it finished blooming, to be trimmed and have the soil changed. Not knowing about the change in owners, he took it last year to be cared for. It had four glossy leaves and had just finished months of flowering. When we brought the orchid home, all seemed fine except that they’d left an ugly stump on it. After a few days, two leaves started to yellow and dropped off. We watered the plant – which Guenther had always done before we picked it up (orchids should be watered only every 2 weeks, in a specific way. When we called Dr Delphinium to complain, they said, oh no, we didn’t water it. Yet Guenther had trained them in how to care for orchids. A year later, our plant still has two leaves but has yet to bloom again. This is a plant which, under Guenther’s care, spent most of the year covered with gorgeous flowers. If you love your orchid, DO NOT PATRONIZE this business.

Always impressed with my orders from them – they do not disappoint or embarrass you when you send flowers. They are a little pricey but well worth it. They don’t trick you like other florists that use tons of fillers to make the arrangement look full. It’s flowers, less cheesy fillers. Guys, if you send your girl Dr. Delphinium flowers, you’re definitely on her good side (or you will be)!

My husband spent $ 55 dollars on an arrangement that lasted for 3 days! Don’t spend your money here… you can buy beautiful arrangements and fresh cut flowers at Central Market or Whole Foods for a third of the price and they last well over a week.
When I contacted the Richardson shop, Monica told me that if I had taken better care of them, they would have lasted longer. Are you kidding me?
My original review was one star, but after speaking with the Lovers Ln location, who, BTW, has excellent customer service, offered to deliver a new arrangement to my office. Thanks Lovers Lane!

Wow. Valerie was amazing. Very southern and gracious. Made me miss Texas talking to her. I ordered flowers for my Mom’s birthday and she was so helpful. Going above and beyond to make sure we got it right.

Beautiful Beautiful Stuff Here! I went to local garden shop, and the orchid topic came up. They said,“You grow orchids? You gotta go to Gunter’s!” I did get a heads-​up that they’re on the pricier end, and when I arrived at Gunter’s I found that was right. I’m accustomed to Farmer’s Market prices under $ 30, and there’s not much of that here. BUT the selection here is just phenomenal, aromatic, with every plant in great shape. Staff is available for questions/​advice as well. I did go home with my first vanilla orchid cutting, and if I can keep it alive, maybe I’ll have orchid beans in a few years~ wish me luck!

I’ve been to many flower shops in my past and I MUST say that Gunter’s Greenhouse outshines ALL of them! Not only do they have a vast and beautiful array of Orchids, their design and originality with plant life is awe-​inspiring. If you want quality with beauty and decorative design thought through with intelligence and creativity, Gunter’s is the greenhouse to visit!

I understand that the florist shop does amazing work; however, Gunter’s fame is in the vast and stunning collection of orchids they nurture and grow. Many of the floral departments in local big box stores and groceries are supplied orchids from Gunter’s. Stepping into Gunter’s orchid houses is like stepping into another world: exotic and awe-​inspiring. These specialized greenhouses were designed to protect and showcase some of the most beautiful flowers on the planet – and when they are in full bloom, they are truly magnificent. There’s nothing else like Gunter’s that I’ve seen in the Dallas area. For a unique experience, a visit to Gunter’s orchid houses is a must. And if by chance you meet the man himself, Gunter’s expertise and passion for his orchids is enough to persuade anyone to take one of his prized beauties home.