Whether community members are looking for a way to express love, sympathy or gratitude, The Flower Box in downtown Georgetown provides a range of floral arrangements, plants and gifts to produce a physical manifestation of one’s feelings. Founded in 1972 by Patricia Taylor, the business continues to sculpt a one-stop shop for all occasions.

The backstory

Co-owner Deniese O’Neill purchased the business from its previous owner, Susie Ramos, with her husband, Jim O’Neill, in 2011.
Co-owner Deniese O’Neill has over 30 years of experience in the floral industry. (Dacia Garcia/Community Impact)
Co-owner Deniese O’Neill has over 30 years of experience in the floral industry. (Dacia Garcia/Community Impact)
As the daughter of a florist, O’Neill knew her way around the business since she was young. She started working at The Flower Box in 2003 as a counter helper and delivery driver and worked her way into different roles from there.

“I just love making people happy,” O’Neill said. “Flowers are ancient. They’ve been around forever and they’ve always told a story.”

Dig deeper


The business’ longtime history in the town has allowed it to be part of the memories passed down through family generations.

“I have lots of moms that come in and say, ‘Oh I bought my prom flowers here when I was in high school. Now I need to buy flowers for our son or daughter,’” O’Neill said.
In addition to floral arrangements, customers can find plants in a range of sizes. (Dacia Garcia/Community Impact)
In addition to floral arrangements, customers can find plants in a range of sizes. (Dacia Garcia/Community Impact)
With the impactful role flowers play in people’s lives, O’Neill said she’s grown meaningful connections with customers throughout her time in the business. The business has crafted products for anniversaries, weddings and appreciation events as well as sorrowful events such as funerals.

“We put our heart into everything and each thing has a meaning,” O’Neill said. “We love the relationships we have with certain customers that return all the time. We know their stories, we know how they’re feeling and what they want to say and it’s very special.”
The business has served the local community since 1972 when it was founded by Patricia Taylor. (Dacia Garcia/Community Impact)
The business has served the local community since 1972 when it was founded by Patricia Taylor. (Dacia Garcia/Community Impact)
What they offer

In addition to floral arrangements, customers can purchase a variety of gifts for different occasions from housewarming and weddings gifts to sympathy packages and appreciation gifts. Plants, wine, decor and candy are also available.


Community members are able to pick their own flowers, order flowers for pick up or local delivery and ship floral arrangements around the world.

“My motto is ‘We love to create what your heart wants to say,’” O’Neill said. “No matter what the occasion, that’s what we want to do for you. We want to express everything you’re feeling.”