Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chapel Hill Florist for Custom Floral Arrangements
University Florist has been a family-owned and operated business in Chapel Hill since 1946, rooted in a legacy of craftsmanship and community connection. Founded by Charles House after his service in the U.S. Army, the business has thrived through decades of dedication to floral artistry and personalized service. Our team approaches floral design as an emotional language, translating natures beauty into arrangements that celebrate lifes milestones and everyday moments.With deep ties to the local community, we combine generational expertise with creative innovation, serving Chapel Hill, Durham, and Pittsboro with custom floral solutions. Our commitment to quality and client satisfaction is reflected in every bouquet, arrangement, and event we design, ensuring each piece carries both artistry and meaning.
Services
Wedding Florals
Custom Arrangements
Event Decor
Sympathy Flowers
Floral Subscriptions
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1946 with six decades of combined floral expertise
- Custom designs tailored to your unique style and occasion
- Deep local knowledge of Chapel Hill, Durham, and Pittsboro venues
- Award-winning wedding floral designs with personalized service
- Unconditional guarantee on all floral arrangements
What people say
Gorgeous flowers
Stunning arrangements
Above and beyond
Breathtaking designs
Perfectly captured vision
Services
Wedding Florals
Custom wedding floral designs that capture your unique vision and venue. We create bouquets, centerpieces, and ceremony decor tailored to your color palette and style. Our team works closely with Chapel Hill, Durham, and Pittsboro couples to ensure every floral element enhances their special day.
Floral Subscriptions
Regular floral deliveries to brighten homes and offices. Choose weekly or monthly arrangements that bring fresh beauty to your space. Our subscription service starts at $65 and adapts to your preferred frequency and floral preferences.
Event Decor
Comprehensive floral solutions for corporate and social events. We design centerpieces, arches, and ambient arrangements that transform venues. Our experience spans intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations across Chapel Hill and surrounding areas.
People
Charles House
Founder
UNC-Chapel Hill graduate and U.S. Army veteran who established University Florist in 1946. Built lasting community relationships through decades of floral craftsmanship and service.
Henry House
Co-Owner
Second-generation florist with a background in Radio Broadcasting from Appalachian State University. Combines artistic vision with family tradition to create emotionally resonant floral designs for modern clients.
Questions
Do you offer custom wedding floral designs?
Yes, we create fully customized wedding florals tailored to your venue, color scheme, and personal style with no pre-packaged options.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Chapel Hill, Durham, Pittsboro, and surrounding areas in North Carolina for all floral services.
Can I schedule regular flower deliveries?
Yes, our floral subscription service offers weekly or monthly deliveries starting at $65 to keep your space fresh.
How do you handle large event orders?
We work closely with clients to design custom event florals, from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, with no minimum or maximum requirements.
