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Get it right this Valentine’s day: Flower and gift guide

  • February 10, 2011 at 5:38 pm

The services of online florists have made it increasingly easy to send flowers at any time of year and during February many people’s minds will be on red roses as a romantic Valentine’s Day gift. Flowers make wonderful presents to celebrate other occasions but deciding which flowers to send can be tricky.

When someone you know is celebrating an engagement, a new baby, a birthday or an anniversary, the first thought that springs to mind might be to send flowers. By learning a little bit about the history and cultural connotations of various flowers, we can make sure we send the right flowers for every occasion.

When it comes to choosing simple, uncomplicated tributes with flowers uk florists often recommend lilies. If you are seeking to brighten up someone’s life after a difficult time, or express sentiments of happiness and affection, the lily is an elegant choice. Lilies are commonly exchanged between family members, so if you are looking for a bouquet to send on Mother’s Day, a family birthday or after the loss of a family member, look for a lily.

During springtime, flowers appear in abundance and there are always plenty of good reasons to give them as gifts at this time of year. At Easter, daffodils are given as a symbol of new life and regeneration. This association makes daffodils a great choice of gift to celebrate a new baby.

Evergreen plants and winter flowers make great gifts at Christmas time. If you can’t be with your family at Christmas, the option to send flowers makes for a surprising, original present. Mistletoe is a classic Christmas flower, while holly, pine and red berries make great additions to Christmas trimmings and decorations.

Tulips make wonderful presents all year round. Elegant, shapely and brightly coloured, tulips are amongst the flowers uk residents have warmed to most over the years, making these Persian beauties an integral part of Easter celebrations and a central feature of many British gardens. The tulip can be given at birthdays or special occasions as a symbol of love, without the romantic connotations of the red rose.

Few people think of flowers when buying gifts for men. But there are a number of flowers whose styles, colours and symbolism appeal strongly to a more masculine market. Gerbera daisies and Stargazer lilies, for example, with their large blooms and vibrant colours, are associated with connotations of honour and aspiration.

If you wish to send flowers on a special occasion but are still unsure of the most appropriate choice, you could ask your local florist for advice or, if you are feeling brave, just go with your instincts. Despite all the history and cultural associations, flowers can still mean whatever you want them to.

If you need a flower delivery London has some great flower shops providing all sorts of flower bouquets gifts for any occasion including weddings, birthdays, anniversary gifts and funeral flowers.


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