Flowers On Special Occasions
Flowers are presented as gift in a bevy of occasions like weddings, festivals, funerals and anniversaries. Every sentiment is expressed in one form or another by these fragile blooms. While flowers gifted on specific occasions depend mostly on the season in which the occasion falls, ultimately it is the personality of the recipient that should be the deciding factor in the choice of the flower gift.
The flower expert has compiled a list of the most popular flowers used on specific occasions.
Wedding : Seasonal flowers would be the best option. Pale, delicate flowers may work better in the spring while dark, rich coloured flowers would work for fall.
Anniversary : Surprise is the key here. Again, seasonal flowers are the best bet. Options include combining with gourmet or fruit basket. As for gifting flowers to friends and relatives on the occasion of their anniversary, try something that fits in with their personalities. Whatever it is, make sure to add a personal touch to the flowers.
Birthday : Any bright and colorful would be appropriate. Using the birthday persons favorite flower is always a good idea
Christmas : Popular Christmas flowers include the Christmas cactus with its green leaves and pink or red flowers, holly with green leaves and red berries and poinsettia plants with green leaves and red or white flowers, Christmas Amaryllis & more.
Easter : White Zantedeschia aethiopica (Calla Lily), white Roses, white standard Carnations, and lime green Euphoria Robbie.
Thanksgiving : Chrysanthemums, gerbera daisies, roses, carnations, alstroemeria, lilies, wheat, solidago, monte casino, marigolds.
Halloween : A combination of the traditional jack-o-lantern with trendy flower bouquets.
New Born : Brightly colored flowers are a perfect way to introduce the new born to our world. Try sending some of the most jovial flower gift and lively bouquets to give a warm welcome to the little one.
Sympathy & Funeral : Gladiolas, White Carnations and White Daisies.
Housewarming : Simple beauty never goes out of style. Just a bunch of fresh flowers in a vase filled with water as an add on to any other gift would look elegant.
