Christmas Flowers in Poland: What to Send and When to Order
To send flowers to Poland for Christmas, order by midnight Poland time on Tuesday, December 22, 2026, so the bouquet arrives on Wednesday, December 23, before Wigilia (Christmas Eve) on Thursday, December 24. Pick cheerful, classic arrangements, avoid chrysanthemums and white lilies, and add a short card. A local florist in Poland hand-delivers every order, whether you are in the US, the UK or elsewhere.
Which Flowers Do Poles Give at Christmas?
Christmas Eve is the main event. Families gather for Wigilia, a dinner that starts when the first star appears in the evening sky, and many people share opłatek, a thin wafer, before the meal. Guests often bring a small gift for the host, and flowers are a common choice.
Bright, full bouquets in red, white or gold tones suit the season. A poinsettia, which Poles call gwiazda betlejemska (the Star of Bethlehem), is a traditional holiday plant, and you can read about the poinsettia on Wikipedia. Arrangements such as Jewel Tone Frost are a good starting point. Check the flowers category for what is listed at the time you order, because the catalog changes.
Why Do Flowers Need to Arrive Before Christmas Eve?
Deliveries from FlowersPoland run next day, Monday to Saturday, and are not offered on Sundays or main public holidays. In 2026, December 25 (Christmas) and December 26 (the Second Day of Christmas) are both public holidays in Poland, and December 27 is a Sunday. An order that misses the cutoff will not reach the recipient for Wigilia, and the florist does not deliver again until the holiday weekend is over.
Same-day delivery is not available, so a bouquet ordered on the morning of Christmas Eve will not arrive that day.
When Is the Last Order Date for Christmas Delivery to Poland?
Orders placed before midnight Poland time are delivered the next day. Poland is ahead of the UK and the US, so the cutoff falls earlier on your local clock. Use the table below to plan.
| Order placed (Poland time) | Delivery day | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, December 21 | Tuesday, December 22 | Comfortable choice |
| Tuesday, December 22 | Wednesday, December 23 | Recommended last order for Wigilia |
| Wednesday, December 23 | Thursday, December 24 | Last possible order, no margin |
| Thursday, December 24 or later | December 25 or later | Public holiday, no deliveries until after the holidays |
The latest order that can arrive for Wigilia is Wednesday, December 23, before midnight Poland time. Aim for Tuesday, December 22 instead. Our general advice is to order two to three days ahead of holiday dates, which points to Friday, December 19 or Monday, December 21 as the safest choice.
Which Flowers Should You Avoid Giving for Christmas?
Chrysanthemums are the flower to skip. Poles take them to cemeteries for All Saints' Day (Wszystkich Świętych, November 1), so they belong to remembrance rather than celebration. Our guide to All Saints' Day flowers and cemetery etiquette explains the custom in more detail.
White lilies are also associated with funerals in Poland, so they can feel out of place at a family dinner. Many Poles prefer an odd number of flowers for a gift, since even counts are linked to funerals. A bouquet with an odd number of stems avoids the question entirely.
How Do You Send Flowers to Poland for Christmas from Abroad?
Order online at flowerspoland.com and pay in USD by Visa, Mastercard or American Express through Stripe, or by PayPal. Orders are accepted from any country. Bouquets start at USD 63.24, plus a flat USD 14.95 delivery fee. EUR and GBP prices are shown for reference only.
You will need the recipient's name, full street address and a phone number so the florist can coordinate the drop-off. Include the apartment number and any buzzer or floor details that help. You can also write a preferred delivery time in the instructions. The florist tries to meet it, but exact time slots are not guaranteed.
Delivery covers all of Poland, including Kraków and Warsaw. The catalog is flowers, plants and a few add-ons: a box of chocolates, a glass vase, a plush teddy bear, a greeting card, balloons and a wine bottle. Cakes and food hampers are not sold. For a step-by-step walkthrough, read how to send flowers to Poland from abroad.
What Should You Write on the Card for a Polish Christmas?
Every order includes a free printed card, so your message is included at no extra cost. Keep it short and warm. "Wesołych Świąt Bożego Narodzenia!" means "Merry Christmas!" and works for any recipient. "Zdrowych i radosnych Świąt" means "Healthy and joyful holidays" and suits a family card.
If you do not write Polish, English is fine. Sign with your first name, and add a line about the recipient's family if you want the card to feel personal.
Ready to order? Browse the flowers, choose a bouquet, and enter the delivery details before midnight Poland time on December 22 to be sure the flowers arrive before Wigilia.
Frequently asked questions
Can I order Christmas flowers for Poland on Christmas Eve itself?
Not for same-day delivery. Orders placed on December 24 would be delivered on December 25, which is a public holiday, and there are no deliveries that day. The latest order for Wigilia is before midnight Poland time on December 23, and Tuesday, December 22 gives you more margin.
Do florists in Poland deliver on Sundays or public holidays?
No. FlowersPoland delivers next day, Monday to Saturday, and does not deliver on Sundays or main public holidays. Christmas Day and the Second Day of Christmas, December 25 and 26, are both excluded. Same-day delivery is not offered.
How much does it cost to send Christmas flowers to Poland?
Bouquets start at USD 63.24, plus a flat USD 14.95 delivery fee. You are charged in USD, and EUR and GBP amounts are shown for reference. You can pay with an international Visa, Mastercard or American Express card, or with PayPal.
Can I send cakes or food with Christmas flowers to Poland?
No. Cakes and food hampers are not sold on FlowersPoland. You can add a box of chocolates or a wine bottle as an add-on to a flower order, along with a glass vase, a greeting card, balloons or a plush teddy bear.