Christmas Flowers in Peru: What to Send and When to Order
Christmas flowers in Peru can be ordered from abroad, but Christmas Day itself is not a delivery day. Order by Wednesday, December 23, 2026, for a safe margin, and order before 11:00 am Peru time on Thursday, December 24, if you need same-day delivery on Christmas Eve.
When Is the Last Day to Order Flowers for Christmas in Peru?
The last safe day to order is Wednesday, December 23, 2026. FlowersPeru advises ordering two to three days ahead of major dates, so Tuesday, December 22 gives you the most room. Same-day delivery on Christmas Eve is possible only for orders placed before 11:00 am Peru time.
Peru time is five hours behind UTC all year and does not change for daylight saving. That means 11:00 am in Lima is 4:00 pm in London in December, and it is 11:00 am in New York, which keeps the same clock. Check the cutoff against Peru time, not your own clock.
| Date (2026) | Delivery status | Best use |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, December 22 | Delivery day | Recommended order date with a buffer |
| Wednesday, December 23 | Delivery day | Last safe order date |
| Thursday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) | Same-day if ordered before 11:00 am Peru time | Last chance for same-day delivery |
| Friday, December 25 (Christmas Day) | No deliveries | Public holiday, so choose an earlier date |
Sundays are not delivery days either, so do not plan a delivery around Sunday, December 20.
Why Don't FlowersPeru Deliver on Christmas Day?
FlowersPeru does not deliver on Sundays or main public holidays, and Christmas Day is one of them. Orders placed after 11:00 am go out the next day, so a late order on December 24 would be scheduled for December 25 and cannot be counted on to arrive before Christmas.
The simple fix is to pick a delivery date of December 24 or earlier. You can still send the gift as a Christmas surprise, and the printed card can say Feliz Navidad.
What Are the Traditional Christmas Flowers in Peru?
The poinsettia is the classic Christmas flower in Peru and across Latin America. Its red bracts and green leaves match the season, and a potted plant often lasts longer in the home than cut stems do.
Red roses and red-and-white arrangements are the other safe choices when you want a classic holiday look. They suit a family gathering, and they work well for a host, a parent or a grandparent who will be at the table.
Why Is the Poinsettia Called Flor de Nochebuena?
Nochebuena means Christmas Eve, and flor de nochebuena is the name Spanish speakers use for the poinsettia, including in Peru. The name ties the plant to the night before Christmas, which is the main family evening in Peru, when relatives gather for dinner.
The plant is native to Mexico. Its English name honors Joel Roberts Poinsett, the US minister to Mexico who brought it to the United States in the 1820s. You can read more about the plant's history on Wikipedia's poinsettia article.
What Should I Send for Christmas Eve Versus Christmas Day?
Because deliveries run on December 24 or earlier, send the gift so it arrives in time for Nochebuena dinner. A bouquet or potted plant on the table suits that evening, and it gives the household something to share.
For a red-and-pink palette, the Waltz of Red and Pink is a good place to start. The Crimson Kiss Collection is another option in the catalog. Catalog bouquets, arrangements and plants range from USD 63.24 to USD 172.49, plus a flat USD 14.95 delivery fee.
You can add a box of chocolates, a bottle of wine, a glass vase, a plush teddy bear, a greeting card or balloons. A bottle of wine suits the Christmas Eve dinner table, and a teddy bear suits a child in the family.
How Do I Add a Christmas Message and Preferred Delivery Time?
Every order includes a free printed card, so write your message at checkout. Keep it personal and short, such as a line about the year or a simple Feliz Navidad, and sign it with your name so the recipient knows who sent it.
To request a time, write it in the delivery instructions. The florist tries to meet a preferred time, but exact time slots are not guaranteed, so choose a window that gives the recipient time to be home.
The florist needs three things to coordinate the delivery: the recipient's name, a full address and a phone number. If your family is in the capital, the Lima delivery page lists the local service details.
To order, go to flowersperu.com, choose a bouquet from the flowers category, add your card message, pay in USD by international Visa, Mastercard or American Express, or by PayPal, and enter the recipient details. For more on sending from abroad, read how to send flowers to Peru from abroad.
Frequently asked questions
Can flowers be delivered on Christmas Eve in Peru?
Yes, FlowersPeru delivers same-day on Monday to Saturday for orders placed before 11:00 am Peru time. In 2026, Christmas Eve falls on a Thursday, so it is a regular delivery day. Orders placed later than 11:00 am are delivered the next day, which would be a no-delivery holiday, so do not count on a late order arriving before Christmas.
Can I send flowers to Peru for Christmas from the US, UK or Canada?
Yes, orders are accepted from any country. You pay in USD with an international Visa, Mastercard or American Express card, or with PayPal, and a local florist in Peru hand-delivers the order. Prices are shown in EUR and GBP for reference only.
Does a Christmas order to Peru include a card?
Yes, every order includes a free printed card message. You can write your message at checkout, and the florist includes it with the bouquet. Optional add-ons such as a greeting card or a box of chocolates are available if you want to add more.
How much does it cost to send Christmas flowers to Peru?
Catalog bouquets, arrangements and plants range from USD 63.24 to USD 172.49. A flat USD 14.95 delivery fee applies to every order. Add-ons such as chocolates, a wine bottle or a teddy bear are extra.