Flowers are one of the most personal gifts you can give, but with so many options, it’s easy to freeze up. Here’s a quick guide to matching blooms and colors to the moment.
- Birthday: go bright and cheerful. Mixed colors, gerbera daisies and tulips say “celebrate you.”
- Thank you: soft, pretty and unfussy. Blush roses, daisies and seasonal stems.
- New baby: gentle pastels in pink, blue or buttery yellow.
- Anniversary / romance: classic roses, or a deep, romantic palette of burgundy and plum.
- Sympathy: calm whites and lavenders that convey peace.
- Just because: honestly, anything. A “thinking of you” bouquet never needs a reason.
What colors mean
Reds say love and passion; pinks say gratitude and admiration; yellows say friendship and joy; whites say peace and sincerity; purples say grace and elegance. When in doubt, choose the recipient’s favorite color. The thought always lands.
Still stuck? That’s what we’re here for. Browse our arrangements, try our Custom Orders to design something around a palette, or let our florist surprise you with a seasonal Market Pick.