Rose
The world's best-known cut flower, with colour-specific meanings.
Colours: red, pink, white, yellow
Season: year-round
Meaning: Love, admiration, and remembrance
Thank You Flowers: Gratitude Without Overstatement
Thank-you flowers should feel warm, not romantic unless that is the relationship. Pink roses, hydrangeas, mixed pastels and orchids are safe.
- Colours
- Pink, cream, lavender.
- Bouquet styles
- Compact mixed bouquets or a plant.
- Symbolism
- Appreciation. Keep the note specific about what you are thanking them for.
- What to avoid
- A dozen red roses to a colleague — it can be misread.
Recommended flowers
Hydrangea
Large clustered heads used in weddings and statement bouquets.
Colours: blue, pink, white, purple
Season: spring, summer, autumn
Meaning: Gratitude and understanding
Lisianthus
Rose-like florist flower with a long vase life.
Colours: white, pink, purple, peach
Season: summer, year-round
Meaning: Appreciation and charisma
Freesia
Fragrant, funnel-shaped stems used in spring and wedding work.
Colours: white, yellow, pink, purple
Season: spring, winter
Meaning: Trust and thoughtfulness
Orchid
Diverse family; moth orchids are the most common gift plants.
Colours: white, pink, purple, yellow
Season: year-round
Meaning: Refinement and strength
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