Graduation Flowers & Orchid Leis in Los Angeles: A Florist’s Insider Guide

Graduation season at The Flower Factory starts with excitement… and ends with someone saying, “Wait—ceremony is today?”

Let’s set the scene.

It’s graduation season in Los Angeles and Tarzana. The shop is bright, busy, and full of proud-parent energy. Wrapped bouquets are custom made in under 20 minutes—roses, sunflowers, lilies, and mixed blooms that say “you did it” without needing a speech.

And then there are the leis.

Our double-strand Bombay orchid leis are front and center—lush, full, and unmistakably special. Always dual-tone purple and white (never just one or the other). It’s a classic look for a reason: elegant, celebratory, and guaranteed to stand out in a sea of caps and gowns.

Quick insider note: we don’t offer all-white orchid leis. As beautiful as they are, white orchids bruise easily and tend to show wear faster—especially during long ceremonies, hugs, photos, and everything in between. We stick with what holds up and looks amazing from start to finish.

We come prepared for graduation season—and we’re your go-to for flowers, leis, and celebration-ready designs in Los Angeles and Tarzana. We recommend ordering ahead. Otherwise, it’s first come, first served—same-day options move quickly.

And just like Mother’s Day… timing is everything.

By midweek, the calls start picking up.

“Hi! Do you have leis for today?”
“Can I get a bouquet before the ceremony?”
“Do you have anything ready to grab and go?”

We’ve got you—but options get tighter as the day goes on.

Because here’s how it really plays out:

Morning? You’ve got choices.
Afternoon? You’ve got great options.
One hour before the ceremony? We'll do our best to make it look amazing.

Pickup becomes the real MVP during graduation season.

You walk in, choose from fresh wrapped bouquets or one of our orchid leis, and head straight to the ceremony looking completely prepared (even if this was a last-minute save).

Then comes ceremony time.

Families gathering. Cameras ready. Names being called. Cheers, hugs, and just a few happy tears.

And right outside? That’s where the magic happens.

Leis go on. Bouquets get handed over. Photos start flying.

“I’m so proud of you” shows up in flowers.

Now let’s talk balloons—because this one surprises people every year.

Yes, we offer balloons. They’re fun, celebratory, and make a big visual impact.
But not every school allows them inside ceremonies.

So here’s the pro tip: check with your school before bringing balloons to the venue.

Some campuses restrict them, especially indoors. The last thing you want is to leave them in the car while everyone else is celebrating.

When in doubt, flowers and leis are always a safe (and stunning) choice.

Back at the shop, it’s a steady rhythm of wrapping, designing, and helping customers find just the right thing. There are jokes, a little bit of rushing, and plenty of “we’ll make it happen” moments.

And at the end of it all, it’s the same reason we do this every year—

Those moments when someone lights up as soon as they see what you brought for them.

Your Graduation Day Game Plan

Order early for the best selection of leis and bouquets

Stop by for pickup if you’re on a tight schedule—we’ll have beautiful options ready

Choose our signature double-strand purple-and-white Bombay orchid leis for a standout look

Check school rules before bringing balloons to the ceremony

At The Flower Factory, we’re here to make graduation celebrations easy, meaningful, and photo-ready from every angle.

Stop by or give us a call at 818-344-8400. Whether you planned ahead or you’re making a last-minute save, we’ve got something worth celebrating with.