Flowers Turkey — Delivery to Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and More
Flowers Turkey — Delivery to Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and More
Yes, abcFlora delivers flowers to Turkey through a network of local florists in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, Bursa, and more than 30 additional cities. Orders are hand-delivered by florists who source fresh blooms locally, with next-day delivery available for most destinations when ordered before noon. Turkey is one of the world's largest rose producers, cultivating over 30 million rose stems annually in the greenhouses of Antalya province alone. Browse the full selection at the Turkey flower delivery collection and send a bouquet for any occasion.
How Does Flower Delivery in Turkey Work?
abcFlora routes every order to an established florist close to the recipient's address. The florist prepares the arrangement with fresh, locally sourced flowers and delivers it by hand on the scheduled day. This model means your bouquet is assembled the same day it is delivered — not shipped in a cold box from another country. Delivery is available in Istanbul (all districts including Kadikoy, Besiktas, and Sisli), Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, Bursa, Adana, Gaziantep, and Konya. Next-day delivery is standard for orders placed before 12 PM local Turkey time (UTC+3).
Turkey's domestic flower industry employs over 100,000 workers and produces more than 3 billion cut flowers per year, according to the Turkish Floriculture Federation. Major peak periods include Valentine's Day, Mother's Day (second Sunday of May), and the Nowruz spring festival celebrated in eastern Turkey by Kurdish and Azerbaijani communities.
Our Top Seller Bouquets
These are the three most popular arrangements ordered through our Turkey collection:
Seasonal Flowers Delivered to Turkey
A hand-picked arrangement of the freshest seasonal flowers available from local Turkish florists — roses, lilies, and mixed blooms assembled on the day of delivery.
Dieffenbachia
A lush tropical houseplant popular as a housewarming or sympathy gift in Turkey. Long-lasting, low-maintenance, and delivered potted to the recipient's door.
White Lilies
White oriental lilies are a classic choice for sympathy, congratulations, and religious celebrations in Turkey, including Eid and Ramadan gift-giving traditions.
Turkey Flowers and Culture
Turkey holds a unique position in the history of the world's most beloved flower: the tulip. Tulips are native to the highlands of Central Asia and Anatolia, and were cultivated by the Ottoman Empire centuries before they reached Europe. The word "tulip" is believed to derive from the Turkish "tulbend" (turban), describing the flower's shape. Ottoman sultans maintained royal tulip gardens in Istanbul, and the 18th century is still called the Lale Devri (Tulip Era) in Turkish history. Today, the Turkish capital Ankara plants over 1 million tulip bulbs annually in public parks for the spring season.
Tulip (Lale — Tulipa gesneriana): The national symbol of Turkey. Tulips grew wild across the Anatolian highlands for thousands of years before Ottoman horticulturists developed hundreds of cultivated varieties. The Istanbul Tulip Festival (April) attracts over 3 million visitors annually and features more than 30 million tulips in bloom across the city's parks and along the Bosphorus.
Rose (Gul — Rosa damascena): The Damask rose, grown in the Isparta region of southwestern Turkey, is the source of 70% of the world's rose oil used in perfumery. Isparta province alone harvests approximately 1,500 tonnes of rose petals per year. In Turkish poetry and culture, the rose (gul) symbolizes divine love and is featured in the poetry of Rumi and Hafez.
Mimosa (Acacia dealbata): Mimosa trees bloom in yellow clusters along the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts of Turkey in late January and February, marking the approach of spring. Turkish florists use mimosa branches as a fragrant seasonal filler in bouquets from late winter through early spring, often pairing them with tulips and daffodils.
Most Popular Flowers in Turkey
- Tulip: Turkey's national flower and the most culturally significant bloom in the country. The Istanbul Tulip Festival (April) sees 30+ million tulips planted across the city.
- Damask Rose: Grown for perfume oil in Isparta, and the most popular gifted flower in Turkey for romantic and religious occasions. Turkey produces roughly 70% of global rose oil supply.
- White Lily: Popular for sympathy gifts, religious occasions (Eid, Ramadan), and as a neutral fragrant gift appropriate for all ages and genders.
- Carnation: Frequently used in Turkish funerary and religious ceremonies, as well as in everyday bouquets due to their long vase life (7–14 days) and low cost.
- Hyacinth: Planted in large quantities in Istanbul's public gardens each spring. A traditional Nowruz flower in eastern Turkey, symbolizing spring renewal.
- Chrysanthemum: Known in Turkish as "kasimpati" (November flower), chrysanthemums are associated with autumn and are a popular October–November gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I send flowers to Istanbul from another country?
Yes. abcFlora accepts international orders to Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, and all major Turkish cities. The ordering process is fully online: choose your bouquet, enter the recipient's address in Turkey, select the delivery date, and a local florist will handle the rest. Place orders at least 24–48 hours ahead for international deliveries.
When is the best time to send flowers in Turkey?
The peak gifting periods in Turkey are Valentine's Day (February 14), Mother's Day (second Sunday of May), Eid al-Fitr (end of Ramadan), and the Istanbul Tulip Festival in April. Order at least 3 days in advance during major holidays to ensure florist availability.
Does abcFlora deliver to Asian-side Istanbul?
Yes. abcFlora's Istanbul florist network covers both the European side (Besiktas, Sisli, Beyoglu, Fatih, Bakirkoy) and the Asian side (Kadikoy, Uskudar, Maltepe, Atasehir). Indicate the specific district when placing your order to ensure correct routing.
Is same-day flower delivery available in Turkey?
Same-day delivery is not available through abcFlora. All orders require at least 24 hours in advance. This ensures the local florist has sufficient time to source and arrange fresh flowers rather than fulfilling from pre-made stock.