Blooming Love: The Perfect Flowers for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day
Introduction
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate love, gratitude and that special bond that we have with our mums. It’s a time to say thank you for everything they do for us.
Flowers have always held a special place within these celebrations as they can communicate love and gratitude when sometimes, words are not enough.
The Language of Flowers
Flowers have been used symbolically for centuries, carrying messages of love, admiration, and gratitude. For Mother’s Day, we can choose our flowers to send these messages, turning a simple gift into a heartfelt gesture.
Roses
This floral classic universally symbolises love and their meanings can be further broken down by their colours.
Pink Roses: The quintessential Mother’s Day rose, pink symbolises grace, admiration, and gratitude.
Yellow Roses: A bright and cheerful choice flower which represents friendship and joy.
White Roses: Traditionally a symbol of purity and silence, white roses convey deep respect and honour.
Why not add some Gypsophila or Baby’s Breath to your Roses? Gypsophila symbolises purity, innocence and everlasting love which represents maternal love and care perfectly.
Roses
Carnations
Carnations are entrenched in Mother’s Day tradition, thanks to Anna Jarvis, the founder of the celebration we now know as Mother’s Day, who chose them as a symbol of motherly love.
Pink Carnations: being the most traditional choice, symbolising devotion and representing a mother’s undying love.
White Carnations: symbolise purity and remembrance and are often chosen to honour mothers who are no longer with us.
Red Carnations: Although a bold choice, these symbolise admiration and deep affection and would be great for those mothers who prefer stronger colours.
Carnations
Lilies
The most common meaning behind these striking flowers is purity and fertility although there are variations amongst the different varieties to consider for Mother’s Day.
White Lilies: symbolise purity and majesty, perfect to represent mothers who radiate strength and integrity.
Pink Stargazer Lilies: symbolise prosperity and abundance and represent generosity.
Calla Lilies: symbolise beauty and rebirth and represents a mother’s nurturing nature.
Lilies
Tulips
These cheerful and abundant flowers are always a popular choice for Mother’s Day and specific meanings can be drawn from the many different colours that are available.
Pink Tulips: symbolise caring and affection, for those tender messages of love.
Yellow Tulips: symbolise happiness and cheerfulness, great for those mums who brighten every room.
Tulips
DIY Flower Arrangements that Add a Personal Touch
To make it really personal, why not try arranging your own Mother’s Day flower bouquet especially for your own mum. Even for beginners, this is a fun thing to do and, trust me… your mum will love it!
Here are some simple tips to guide you:
Pick a colour palette that reflects your mum’s style. What are her favourite colours?
Think about all the flower meanings we have discussed above. Can you mix and match flowers to create a bouquet that tells a personal story or reflects your mum’s personality.
Create a nest of foliage first and then weave your flowers into this. A variety of different foliages is perfect for texture and a nice, even nest of foliage will give your bouquet balance.
Use personal touches like a handwritten note or wrapping the bouquet with a fabric she loves to create a truly unique gift.
If you want to get to grips with the floristry techniques underpinning the creation of a hand-tied flower bouquet, why not sign-up for a local flower workshop?
💥 Here, in the Northeast of England, we at The Northern Flower Garden host Flower Bouquet Workshops throughout the year at various venues in the region. What better way to show your mum how much she is appreciated and how much you care. Click below to find out more…
The Northern Flower Garden’s Flower Bouquet Workshop
Beyond the Bouquet: Creative Floral Gifts
There are other Mother’s Day gifts to think about that are still floral-inspired and unique but just a little bit different…
Why not look at handmade pressed flower art or a floral-scented candle, there are loads of gifts like these from those talented makers on Etsy.
If you are looking for something more lasting, consider an elegant potted plant like an orchid or hydrangea.
If you are looking for an experience, you can always find a local Mother’s Day Flowers Workshop in your area where you can both enjoy an afternoon playing with flowers and spending quality time together.
The Northern Flower Garden’s Mother’s Day Flowers Workshop
💥 If you are located in the northeast of England we have a selection of Mother’s Day Flowers Workshops across the region. Click below to find out more…
Conclusion
Mother’s Day is not about perfection, it’s about showing your mum how much she means to you. Spoil her and spend time enjoying the day, however you choose to celebrate.
