Flowers for a birthday: the best to choose from!
A gift that never goes out of style? A bunch of flowers. Whether it's for Christmas, Valentine's Day, to wish a happy birthday or for a special party such as a graduation, a bouquet is always a more than welcome present. The important thing is to know at least in part the tastes of the recipient of the floral tribute and pay some attention to the language of flowers. In fact, each flower conveys a message, which can be of love, friendship or comfort.
Let's find out which are the perfect flowers to give for a birthday.
The mistakes not to make when choosing a bouquet
As already mentioned, that of the bouquet of flowers is a gift that never goes out of fashion, but it is always good to keep in mind a few simple rules to avoid making mistakes and "ruining" the floral gift.
First of all, when giving a bouquet, pay attention to the number of flowers that make it up. For some time, it was customary to insert in the composition as many flowers as were the years of the person celebrated. However, today this tradition is no longer followed because it is considered not very delicate towards the recipient, especially in the case of a woman. Therefore, excluding the age criterion, there is usually no fixed number of flowers for a bouquet, but the important thing is that they are always odd. This rule applies in any situation, such as Valentine's Day or Christmas: not only when the bouquet is a birthday gift.
In addition, it is recommended to choose the floral variety according to the season. Giving flowers outside of their blooming season means they will last less than time.
Finally, never forget to indulge the preferences, if you know, of the birthday boy, to add a personal message to melt the heart and to verify the meaning of the type of flower, according to the now famous floral language.
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Birthday flowers for your loved one
There is probably nothing better than receiving a surprise floral delivery from your partner as a birthday present. It's the classic movie scene, but what woman doesn't like to dream a little bit? Therefore, let's now discover specifically which species of flowers are most suitable as a birthday gift for your partner, girlfriend or wife.
Rose
A timeless classic. There are more than 150 varieties of roses and for this reason they are a flower that can be given as a gift on numerous occasions, including birthdays. We can find them in simple bouquets or in more elaborate compositions, such as a basket. In the language of flowers, roses take on a different meaning depending on their color. For example, red roses are famous because they represent passion and sensual love. For this reason, lovers have been exchanging beautiful bouquets of red roses for years as if to sanction their feeling that involves both the emotional and the more carnal sphere.
However, it is also possible to give your loved one a composition of pink roses that symbolize a more spiritual love. Similarly, pink, white or yellow roses are suitable as a floral gift for a friend or for women in the family, such as a mother. , grandmothers, sisters or aunts.
Sterlizia
For those who want to get out of the ordinary, another perfect flower to give to their partner is sterlizia. Originally from Africa, it is also called "Bird of Paradise" thanks to its very particular shape. In fact, the sterlizia is immediately recognized for its conformation and its bright colors, where orange and blue or purple stand out, in contrast with the green of its leaves. It lends itself to being given both as a bouquet of flowers and as a plant, to be kept at home like the orchid.
In addition to being a very original variety, sterlitias are highly valued for their significance. They symbolize royalty and feminine strength. For this reason, they are the ideal gift for an enterprising woman with a strong and exuberant character.
Ideas for a bouquet of flowers for a friend's birthday
Receiving a surprise flower delivery on birthday pleases not only a girlfriend, but also a friend. In fact, some flowers are better suited to be given as a token of friendship rather than love. Let's see in detail two perfect varieties to wish a "special friend" a happy birthday.
Sunflowers
Omnipresent in summer bouquets, sunflowers are ideal as a floral gift for a friend with an expansive and full of energy character. In fact, these flowers are the symbol of positivity, optimism and vitality. They can be given as gifts alone or in composition or in a basket with other species. Furthermore, since there are many varieties, we find sunflowers of different sizes and so you can make bouquets of different sizes, depending on the need. Thanks to their unmistakable shape and bright yellow color, sunflowers are able to snatch a smile from anyone who receives them and there is nothing better than giving them as a gift on the occasion of a birthday.
Alternatively, always for lively and lively people, you can choose gerberas. In fact, unlike the sunflower, the gerberas have more shades than the sunflower, from pink to red.
Lilies
Also known as Lilium, lilies are a must for bouquets that symbolize friendship. They are immediately recognized by their particular scent, their wide and open shape and their characteristic pistils. They are available in different colors: those that go for the the greatest are usually white, pink, orange and yellow, also depending on the personality of the recipient.
In the language of flowers, lilies represent purity, nobility of soul and unconditional love. Therefore, they are an excellent birthday present for close friends with whom you have a long-lasting friendship.
Flowers to wish a mother or a close relative on a birthday
Lilies can also be given as gifts to women in the family, such as mothers or grandmothers and aunts. Similarly, we have already mentioned how white or pink roses are a great floral tribute to the closest relatives. However, there are many other varieties of plants and flowers suitable for the birthday of these important figures in the life of each of us.
Calle
A classic of birthday bouquets are definitely the calla lilies. These flowers stand out for their typical "cone" shape with a single pistil in the center. They are the emblem of elegance and refinement and therefore very appreciated by anyone who receives them. Over time, the calla has taken on different meanings, from the more spiritual ones to the less abstract messages. In general, giving a calla lily means giving a flower symbolizing beauty, purity, eternal life and perfection. Who would not like to receive such a gift?
Carnations
Coming from different countries of the world, carnations are immediately recognized for their characteristic "jagged" petals and can be found in numerous shades: from white to red, from pink to purple, even with beautiful internal shades or on the edges of the petal. The literal meaning of the carnation is that of "flower of God", but in floral language it is the symbol of the "eternal love of a mother. In fact, according to an" ancient belief, pink carnations would have bloomed right on the ground where the Virgin Mary had cried. the death of Christ.
For this reason they represent a total love, which goes beyond any temporal boundary and every challenge of life, including death.
Giving a man birthday flowers?
In recent years, the myth that flowers are a purely feminine gift has been dispelled. In fact, more and more women are giving their partners a bouquet on the occasion of their birthday. In reality, the choice of human favorite varieties is a little smaller, but this does not take away from the possibility of opting for the right species. When you want to give flowers to a man, you have to evaluate those with bright and bright shades and a strong meaning, completely leaving out the delicate ones both in terms of type and colors.
Favorite colors are red, orange, yellow, blue and sometimes purple. Therefore, it is not surprising that the most popular types of flowers are sunflowers, weeds, tulips and even the orchid. In addition, it is believed that for a man's birthday it is better to give a single, specially packaged flower rather than a bouquet that is too elaborate. Otherwise, you can always opt for an indoor or outdoor plant.
