Frequently Asked Questions

All orders are pickup only — there's no delivery. Your bouquet is labeled with your name and left on our pickup stand at the end of the driveway at Scotch Pond Place, Quincy MA. You don't need to knock or ring — just walk up, grab your bouquet, and go.

We don't post a fixed pickup day in advance because we cut based on what's at peak bloom each week. The pickup day and time window are announced on Instagram @field_and_wild — usually 3–5 days before. Follow us and turn on notifications so you never miss it. All flowers are harvested fresh that same morning.

Missed pickups are not refunded or carried over. Flowers are cut specifically for claimed orders — if you don't pick up, your bouquet was still harvested for you. If you know you'll be away, ask a friend or family member to pick up for you. They'll love getting farm-fresh flowers.

No — you don't need anyone to be home. Your bouquet will be labeled with your name and left on our pickup stand at the end of the driveway at Scotch Pond Place. Just walk up and grab yours. No knocking, no waiting.

Each week we announce the pickup day and time window on Instagram @field_and_wild. The window is typically a few hours. All bouquets are harvested together that same morning, so the earlier in the window you pick up, the fresher your flowers.

If you need to pick up outside the announced window, email us before ordering and we'll let you know if it's possible. We can sometimes accommodate — but because all flowers are harvested at the same time, a later pickup means a slightly less fresh bouquet. We'll always be upfront about that.

Subscriptions can be purchased anytime — we hold your slot for the season. For single bouquets and pre-orders, we recommend ordering at least a week before your desired pickup week. During peak season (July–September), slots fill quickly.

We accept payment via Venmo @fieldandwild. After you submit your order on the website, you'll be shown the Venmo payment step with a pre-filled amount and your order number. Your order is confirmed once we receive payment — we check within 24 hours. If you're new to Venmo, it's free, takes 60 seconds to set up, and is owned by PayPal. You can connect a bank account, debit card, or credit card.

All Season ($350): 10 weekly bouquets running May through October. Best value — saves $50 vs. buying individually. You can pay in full or spread it across 3 monthly payments of $140.

Bi-Weekly ($175): 5 pickups spread across the season, every other week. Same farm-fresh quality, half the commitment. Great if you travel frequently or want flowers without the weekly cadence.

Starter ($105): 3 consecutive weekly pickups during any window you choose in the season. The lowest-risk way to try farm flowers. You can upgrade to the full season anytime — we'll credit what you've already paid.

Missed pickups can't be refunded or rescheduled — your slot is still harvested for you. The best option is to ask a friend or neighbor to pick up for you. Alternatively, if you let us know well in advance (at least a week), we may be able to pause a week depending on our harvest schedule. Email us and we'll do our best.

Subscriptions are non-refundable once the season begins. If you need to cancel before the season starts, email fieldandwild@gmail.com with the subject "Cancel Subscription" and we'll confirm cancellation within 2 business days. Per Massachusetts 940 CMR 38.00, cancellation is available through the same method you used to sign up.

No — and that's intentional. Every bouquet reflects what is genuinely at peak bloom on the day of harvest. That's what makes farm-fresh flowers different from a florist. You'll get the most beautiful version of whatever the garden is producing that week, not a standardised product. We grow dahlias, zinnias, cosmos, lisianthus, sunflowers, ranunculus, tulips, and more — what shows up in your bouquet depends on the season and what's blooming.

Most varieties last 7–10 days with proper care. The exception is dahlias, which typically last 4–8 days — they are a moment flower, at their peak briefly and then they go. This is their nature, not a defect. You'll receive our free Bouquet Care Guide with every order, which covers conditioning, water changes, and variety-by-variety vase life tips.

It depends entirely on the week and what's blooming. In April: tulips. May onward: a mix that might include dahlias, zinnias, cosmos, lisianthus, sunflowers, ranunculus, and whatever else is at peak in the garden. We don't do standard grocery-store arrangements. No two bouquets are identical.

We grow using standard horticultural practices. Our flowers may have been treated with pesticides, fungicides, or fertilizers. All cut flowers are non-edible and not for consumption. Keep out of reach of children and pets. We try to minimize chemical use and lean toward integrated pest management, but we don't claim organic certification.

Farming is unpredictable. In the rare event that a pickup has to be cancelled or significantly reduced due to crop failure, extreme weather, pest damage, or any condition beyond our control, affected subscribers receive a credit toward a future pickup or a subscription extension. Cash refunds are not issued for force majeure events. We'll notify you by email as soon as possible and make every effort to supply alternative stems.

Standard pickup is April of the year following your order. Tubers are dug in October but need to cure and overwinter before they're ready to plant — they can't go in the ground until the soil is above 60°F anyway. If you have your own climate-controlled overwinter storage, we can arrange an October pickup. Email us to discuss.

We grow named varieties selected for cut flower production — strong stems, long vase life, and exceptional color. Current varieties include Cafe au Lait, Labyrinth, Karma Choc, and others that rotate season to season. Each tuber is labeled with the variety name. Every tuber order comes with our free Dahlia Growing Guide PDF.

We're at Scotch Pond Place in Quincy, MA — on Boston's South Shore. Easily accessible from Braintree, Weymouth, Hingham, Milton, Dorchester, and the broader South Shore area. Exact address and pickup instructions are in your order confirmation email.

field & wild is run by Chris and Josi — a husband and wife team. While researching the history of their property, they discovered the land was once the site of the Field and Wild granite quarry in the late 1800s. After the quarry closed, the land was left to recover, but invasive species moved in and crowded out native plants. The flower garden is their first act of restoration — planted for pollinators, biodiversity, and the community. The name is a nod to the quarry that once stripped the land bare.

Yes — we offer bulk seasonal stems for DIY weddings, showers, dinner parties, and events that you arrange yourself. We supply the flowers; arranging is done by you. We have three tiers: Intimate ($400, up to ~20 guests), Full Wedding ($800, up to ~75 guests), and Large Wedding ($1,500+, 75+ guests). Availability must be confirmed before any order is finalized — email fieldandwild@gmail.com with your event date and we'll confirm within 2 business days.