Flowers for Dunstan Hospital in Clyde
Dunstan Hospital, at 29 Hospital Street in Clyde, serves Central Otago and the Wānaka area. It is run by Central Otago Health Services Ltd, a community-owned, not-for-profit company formed in 1999. Its flower guidance is one of the friendliest and clearest we have found.
Order by 2 pm on weekdays (11 am Saturdays) for same-day delivery in many areas
- Ward rules quoted from the hospital
- Name and ward on the card
- Local florists deliver the flowers
Flowers are welcome, but avoid lilies and strongly scented arrangements.
“Visitors are welcome to bring flowers, but please avoid lilies and strongly scented arrangements, as these can cause allergic reactions for some patients and staff.”
Yes to flowers, no to lilies
The hospital's visitor page says: "Visitors are welcome to bring flowers, but please avoid lilies and strongly scented arrangements, as these can cause allergic reactions for some patients and staff."
When you order, ask the florist to leave out lilies and to keep the scent light. Good choices include unscented or lightly scented flowers and simple greenery.
The reason given is a practical one: allergic reactions affect both patients and staff, and a ward is a shared space. Writing "no lilies, light scent please" in the order notes is the easiest way to make sure the florist knows. A compact arrangement in its own container also saves staff from hunting for a vase.
Inside the Vincent Ward
The Vincent Ward has 24 acute care beds, including a three-bed High Dependency Unit. Its name pays homage to Vincent Pyke, a notable 19th-century figure in Central Otago's history. If the patient is in high dependency, ask the nurses whether flowers are suitable before sending.
Visiting hours
- Visiting hours are 2:00pm to 8:00pm daily.
- Next-of-kin may visit at any time.
- Speak with the nurse if you need flexibility; hours can be adjusted when required.
The hospital's number is 03 440 4300.
Ordering for Central Otago
Give the florist the patient's full name, "Vincent Ward" if you know that is where they are, and the Hospital Street address in Clyde. For deliveries to homes, see our pages for Alexandra, Cromwell and Wānaka. Rural addresses with an RD number can take longer.
Our guide to hay fever season and sending flowers has more ideas for low-scent, low-pollen bouquets.
Finding the entrance
Free public parking is available on the hospital grounds, with accessible spaces near the entrances. Visitors use the Vincent Ward entrance. Red signs mark the rear entrance for the After Hours GP Service, which runs from 6pm to 8am.
- Main reception: 03 440 4300
- Vincent Ward: 03 440 4306
Comforts for visitors
Quail Café is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm. Free tea and coffee are available from the patient lounge at the end of Vincent Ward. A small playground sits beside the visitor car park, though the Child Development Service may use it on weekdays. Free WiFi is available throughout the hospital.
What Dunstan treats, and who it serves
Vincent Ward provides general medicine, post-surgical rehabilitation, paediatric care and palliative care, with cardiology appointments and assessment and rehabilitation for older adults. Dunstan has no Accident and Emergency service, and inpatients are accepted by referral only, through GPs, St John, HML or hospital staff. Over 30,000 residents across Central Otago and the Wānaka area are served.
Address for the order
- 29 Hospital Street, Clyde, 9330
- Clyde
- Phone 03 440 4300
Write the patient’s full name and ward on the card and the order. Rules checked 6 November 2026; hospitals change their rules, so call the ward if you are unsure.
Get-well flowers that suit a ward
Compact arrangements are easier for nurses and small bedside tables.
Order by 2 pm on weekdays (11 am Saturdays) for same-day delivery in many areas
