Business Spotlight: Ratledge Florist

A Family Tradition of Beauty and Care in Elkin

A Blooming Legacy in Elkin

For more than 50 years, Ratledge Florist has been filling Elkin homes, celebrations, and special occasions with color and joy. Family-owned and operated since Bob and Helen Ratledge opened the shop in 1967, this beloved local business has become a cornerstone of the community. Bobe Meyer, the 3rd generation owner after her mother (Kim Westra) and grandmother, ensures that incredible arrangements are crafted with heart and delivered with care.

With a reputation built on quality, creativity, and personal service, Ratledge Florist has grown from a small family business into a trusted name that locals have relied on for generations. Marking a milestone or simply brightening someone’s day, this florist knows how to make every occasion feel even more special.

Crafting Beauty for Every Occasion

Step inside Ratledge Florist and you’ll find more than just bouquets. Their talented team specializes in a wide range of floral and gift services, including:

• Fresh and tropical flowers

• European and dish gardens

• Silk and dried arrangements

• High-style floral designs

• Weddings and funeral arrangements

• Gift baskets and greeting cards

From modern and elegant to classic and traditional, each design is tailored to fit the moment. The shop’s creative touch and commitment to excellence ensure that every arrangement tells a story. With each story made of color, care, and connection.

Loved by Locals (and Beyond)

What makes Ratledge Florist truly special is their personal touch. The team doesn’t just design flowers, they build relationships. Their warmth and dedication shine through in every interaction, and customers notice.

“Every year I order my sister’s birthday flowers through Ratledge, and I truly enjoy the greatest staff! They make the experience enjoyable and personable!”

“They were so nice and kind and had a gorgeous bouquet for us within about 20 minutes… they saved our behinds from a Walmart bouquet!”

“Best customer service ever. Beautiful flower arrangements. Delivery was easy peasy and the driver was very nice.”

“Love this florist—they are so creative and always come up with the perfect arrangements for any occasion!”

These reviews capture what so many in Elkin already know: Ratledge Florist goes above and beyond to make every order feel personal, beautiful, and full of heart.

More Than Flowers: A Commitment to the Community

At Ratledge Florist, every bouquet is a gesture of love, gratitude, or remembrance. Over the decades, the shop has played a quiet but meaningful role in countless Elkin moments: weddings, birthdays, graduations, and memorials alike.

Their long-standing reputation reflects their values: family, community, and care. The team takes pride in serving Elkin and surrounding areas with prompt, friendly service.

In a world that moves fast, Ratledge Florist remains grounded in what matters most: helping people express themselves through beauty and kindness.

Ratledge Florist’s impact reaches far beyond their storefront. For example, they partner with Explore Elkin and Hugh Chatham Health to deliver a fresh floral arrangement to the hospital lobby each week. This small but powerful gesture brightens the space and lifts the spirits of patients, visitors, and staff. It's a simple act of kindness that perfectly reflects their mission: bringing beauty and care to every corner of Elkin.

For the finest flowers in Elkin, trust the shop that’s been blooming strong for over half a century.

Visit Ratledge Florist

You can find Ratledge Florist at:

328 N Front St, Elkin, NC 28621

(336) 835 - 2607