Whenever anyone is stuck about what to buy an individual, the fail-safe gift at least for women is flowers. Some may think that this is not a gift with much thought or meaning. But, with the selection that is available today, there are options to buy some really unique flowers that make wonderful gifts.
The Right Choices
Some people, when buying flowers, will make their choice based on the colours of the flowers while others have a better understanding of the different meanings that each species can have. The following are some common examples.
Valentine’s Day
This is one of the busiest days for those in the flower industry. Men will often opt for flowers as a gift to celebrate this occasion with their partners. Here greater attention is paid to the message that a specific flower is supposed to send. Roses are normally the first choice, but the colours say a lot. The red being the classic choice, depicts passion. White roses are for deep love while yellow roses send the message of friendship. Pink roses tell the recipient that they are admired.
Mother’s Day
This is a special day on par with Valentine’s day. Moms almost expect to receive a bouquet of flowers and could be disappointed if they don’t get them. Some of the favourites are tulips, daylilies, dwarf sunflowers and a few others.
Symbolic Meanings
Aside from the symbolism of the roses, many other flower species symbolise specific feelings. For example, for a 25th anniversary, the flower for this occasion is the Iris. This is because it symbolises faith and valour. Orchids have grown in popularity as a flower of choice for gifts as they signify love and strength.
Birthdays
Flowers are a very popular gift to be given on birthdays. Some of the common choices for this are pink carnations, geraniums, forget-me-nots and a few others.