Zelek Flower Shop

Zelek Flower Shop Zelek Flower Shop Established in 1951 by Peter and Sylvia Zelek - currently operated by Mary Zelek.

Our experienced staff is dedicated to making all your occasions special. We provide a wonderful selection of fresh cut flowers, healthy green and blooming plants and creative, professional designs. We also offer delightful fruit, gourmet and wine baskets and well as junk food and specialty gift baskets made to order. Our giftware selection includes balloons, stuffed animals, crystal vases, silk fl

owers arrangements and wallpieces, baskets, angels, candles, pottery, birds and butterflies, teapots, garden accessories and much, much more. Call us for prompt, daily delivery - friendly, knowledgeable service and creative and unique gift ideas.

Zelek Flower Shop is excited to announce that we will be participating in the 58th annual Lorain International Festival!...
05/26/2026

Zelek Flower Shop is excited to announce that we will be participating in the 58th annual Lorain International Festival!

Join us June 26–28 at Black River Landing, where we’ll be hosting a booth filled with fun, color, and celebration.
Stop by our tent where you’ll find flags representing more than 100 countries at our interactive selfie station. We’ll also have a gift basket raffle, demonstrations, and more throughout the weekend.

We’d love to see you there as we celebrate community, culture, and 75 years of being a proud Lorain business!

05/22/2026

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As Memorial Day approaches, we wanted to take a moment to acknowledge our co-founder, and Mary's dad, Pete Zelek. He's s...
05/21/2026

As Memorial Day approaches, we wanted to take a moment to acknowledge our co-founder, and Mary's dad, Pete Zelek. He's shown here (on the left) during his time in the US Army. Pete enlisted in 1942 and served in several European countries, including England, Germany, and France.

We pay tribute to Pete and to all members of the military for their service to our country.

As another school year comes to a close, we’re reminded of the many graduation bouquets, prom corsages, and homecoming m...
05/14/2026

As another school year comes to a close, we’re reminded of the many graduation bouquets, prom corsages, and homecoming mums we’ve created over the years. It’s always a joy to play a small part in these meaningful milestone moments! These vintage ribbons are sure to bring back memories for many of you.

Happy Mother’s Day to all moms—and to those who love with a mother’s heart.This week, we pause to honor our own mom, Syl...
05/07/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all moms—and to those who love with a mother’s heart.
This week, we pause to honor our own mom, Sylvia Zelek. Alongside her husband (and our dad) Pete, she founded Zelek Flower Shop in 1951, planting the roots of a family business that continues to grow today.
She was a devoted mother of four, a proud grandmother of four, a longtime member of Zonta, and an exceptional cook. She had that rare gift of blending sharp business sense with genuine warmth—equally at ease with numbers as she was with people.
Customers loved her personality, her remarkable memory for names and stories, and her deep knowledge of all things floral. She ran the front of the shop with grace and confidence, offering comfort, guidance, and kindness to everyone who walked through our doors—always with a smile, a pencil tucked behind her ear, and a true love for helping others.

With love and gratitude,

Peter, Fran, Tim and Mary

It's not too late to remember Mom on her big day, and we have lots of options for you to choose from . . . Pretty and p...
05/05/2026

It's not too late to remember Mom on her big day, and we have lots of options for you to choose from . . .
Pretty and practical hanging baskets and patio pots will make Mom smile all summer long! ☺️
We also have lovely candles, a great assortment of bath and body products, fragrant teas and other treats. 🎀
And of course we are always happy to create a cut flower arrangement perfect for your Mom, favorite aunt, grandmother or another special woman in your life. ❤️

Call us today to place your order! (440) 244 5259.
Or, stop by the shop at 1001 Reid Avenue in Lorain -(M-F 8am - 5pm; Sat 8am - 3pm)

Have you visited our Mini Mall? Located in our lower level, it includes many different “shops”, each featuring unique gi...
04/30/2026

Have you visited our Mini Mall? Located in our lower level, it includes many different “shops”, each featuring unique gift and decor items. Candles, baskets, stuffed animals, holiday items, artificial and dried flowers, ribbon and much more have been a part of the Mall over the years. The assortment changes often depending on season and other factors.
The Mall opened in the 70’s, the brainchild of our co-owner (and Mary’s dad) Pete. Stop by to see what the Mall has to offer!

We are excited to announce the five winners of our “Tell Us Your Story” campaign!First, we want to extend our heartfelt ...
04/27/2026

We are excited to announce the five winners of our “Tell Us Your Story” campaign!

First, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the many customers and friends—near and far—who shared their wonderful stories with us. We imagined this campaign as one way to celebrate Zelek Flower Shop’s 75th anniversary…and thanks to you, it became so much more.

The stories we received were truly unforgettable: a bride who cherished the Zelek box from her wedding bouquet so much that she’s kept it for decades… a brownie troop visiting the shop, which made a lasting impression… families who returned to Zelek’s time and again, trusting us to handle their loved ones’ funeral arrangements with care… an International Princess adorned with a Zelek-crafted floral crown… two high school students who first met while at a community service event at the shop, now celebrating 50 years of marriage… friends who make regular, scheduled visits just to browse our gifts and décor… a last-minute prom corsage that saved the day… and so many more.

Each story is a treasure, and we are grateful for every one.
Congratulations to our winners—Denny, Sue, Karen, Jeannette, and Emmy—who will each receive a $75 gift certificate to the shop! And thank you again to all who participated!

We love this photo, surely from the 50's, of a clever arrangement featuring what we think is a large 'diamond ring' surr...
04/16/2026

We love this photo, surely from the 50's, of a clever arrangement featuring what we think is a large 'diamond ring' surrounding a bride, with her beaming groom looking on. Zelek Flower Shop creativity at work!

September 1967 was an exciting time for our shop—that's when our founders "cut the ribbon" and officially opened a brand...
04/09/2026

September 1967 was an exciting time for our shop—that's when our founders "cut the ribbon" and officially opened a brand-new store at 1001 Reid Avenue, our current location.
This photo captures owners Pete and Sylvia Zelek at that momentous occasion -- we can only imagine their excitement! Theirs is truly a classic American small-business success story— one that began when they were young parents, new to entrepreneurship, working out of a former gas station, and within just a few years, overseeing the design and construction of a much larger, more suitable building for their growing business.

Don’t miss your chance!Next week is the final opportunity to share your special story about a connection to—or experienc...
04/03/2026

Don’t miss your chance!
Next week is the final opportunity to share your special story about a connection to—or experience with—Zelek Flower Shop.
We’ll soon be selecting five stories, and each winner will receive a $75 gift certificate to the shop!
We’ve truly loved reading your heartfelt, sentimental, sweet—and even fun—memories so far, and we’d be honored to hear yours too.
Share your story before it’s too late!

Address

1001 Reid Avenue
Lorain, OH
44052

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 3pm

Telephone

+14402445259

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