Flowers for every occasion. Whether a joyous wedding, anniversary, or something more sombre such as a funeral; flowers can sometimes say so much than words alone.

A bouquet for a gesture, a hand-tied posy for a statement

There are many times when a gesture is better than an explanation. A huge bouquet sent to a loved one can save you becoming tongue-tied. A bride’s hand-tied posy tells you more than explanations from ushers - besides, a hand-tied posy of flowers is easier to throw...

The florist helps with both communications and floral arrangements at a wedding, funeral etc. A hand-tied posy or bouquet of roses doesn’t just happen. No, the stories about them growing that way are just myths. A good florist is involved. The good florist will offer many suitable ready-made hand-tied posy arrangements and bouquets. Or they may liaise with the customer and personalise floral arrangements using customer chosen colours or flowers.

Don’t buy your partner wedding anniversary flowers more suitable for a funeral

The husband who gives his wife a vacuum cleaner for their wedding anniversary instead of a bouquet of her favourite flowers, might not be in the market next year for a florist. However, it would be a wedding anniversary he won’t mistreat in the future.

A good floral tribute needs to be both respectful and appropriate for occasions. A florist will help identify the correct flowers and arrangements. For instance, Mother’s Day is about carnations, especially pink. Roses are associated with romance. However, for Valentine's Day did you know that sunflowers mean admiration, a forget-me-not means true love? Your florist will also know that you can base birthday bouquet flowers choice on the month of the year, much like birthstones.

Wedding floral arrangements don’t do at a funeral

However, sunflowers at a funeral can be out of place. A hand-tied posy of flowers may be wonderful in the hands of brides and bridesmaids, but they are out of place as a birthday bouquet. Be guided by your florist and you won’t go wrong.

Obviously, some occasions can lay down specific rules. Discussion with your chosen florist will provide you with the most suitable and appropriate floral tribute. A huge bouquet of daffodils might be frowned upon at funeral service - however, there have been occasions when such floral arrangements have been the known preference of the deceased.

Determine the recipient’s preferences and liaise with your florist

Flowers chosen for an anniversary can be difficult. Not every anniversary is that of a wedding. Even when floral arrangements appear simple, the intended recipient may have particular likes or dislikes. Again, your florist is your friend. Let a good florist know what the circumstances are and they will help you determine the most appropriate flowers and the best arrangements.
The power of flowers is great. Get it right and talk to a good florist.