A gift that never goes out of style? A bunch of flowers. Whether for Christmas, Valentine's Day, to wish a happy birthday or for a special celebration such as a graduation, a bouquet is always a present more than welcome. The important thing is to know at least in part tastes of the recipient of the floral gift and pay some attention to the language of flowers. In fact, each flower conveys a message, which can belove,friendship or comfort.
Let's find out what they 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 some simple rule to avoid making mistakes and "ruining" the floral tribute.
First of all, when giving a bouquet, pay attention to the number of flowers that compose it. For some time, it was customary to insert into 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 is valid 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 seasonality. Giving flowers outside of their blooming season means they will last less than time.
Finally, never forget to indulge preferences, if you know, of the birthday boy, to add a personal message to melt the heart and of check the meaning of the type of flower, according to the now famous floral language.
Birthday flowers for your loved one
There is probably nothing better than that receive surprise a floral delivery designed ad hoc by the partner as gift of wishes on birthday. It's the classic movie scene, but what woman doesn't like to dream a little? Therefore, let's now find out specifically what kind of flowers are more suitable like birthday present from your partner, girlfriend or wife.
Rose
A timeless classic. There are more than 150 variety of roses and for this I am a flower that lends itself to being given as a gift numerous occasions, including birthday. 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, the Red roses they 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 involving both the emotional sphere than that more carnal.
However, it is possible to gift your loved one too a composition of pink roses which symbolize a more spiritual love. Likewise, pink, white or yellow roses they lend themselves as a floral tribute to a friend or for the women of the family, such as mom, grandmothers, sisters or aunts.
sterlizia
For those who want get out of the ordinary a little, another perfect flower to give to your partner is sterlizia. Originally from Africa, it is also called "Bird of paradise”Thanks to its very particular shape. In fact, sterlizia is immediately recognized for its conformation and its bright colors, where they stand out orange and blue or purple, in contrast with the green of its leaves. It lends itself to being donated both as bouquet That like plant, to keep at home like the orchid.
In addition to being a very original variety, sterlitias are highly valued for theirs meaning. 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 to a friend. In fact, some flowers are better suited to be given as a gift sign of friendship rather than love. Let's see in detail two perfect varieties to wish happy birthday to a special friend.
Sunflowers
Omnipresent in summer bouquets, sunflowers are ideal as a floral gift for a friend from expansive and full of energy. Indeed, these flowers are the symbol of positivity, optimism and vitality. They lend themselves to be given as gifts alone or in composition or in basket with other species. Furthermore, since there are many varieties, we find the sunflowers of different sizes and so they can be achieved bouquets of different sizes, as needed. 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 on the occasion of a birthday.
Alternatively, always for sparkling and vital people, you can choose the gerberas. In fact, unlike the sunflower, the gerberas have more shades than the sunflower, dal pink al red.
Gigli
Also known as Lilium, lilies are a must for bouquets that symbolize thefriendship. They recognize themselves immediately for theirs particular scent, their wide and open shape and the characteristic pistils. They are available in different colors: the ones that are most popular 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 the closest friends, with whom you have a long-lasting friendship.
Flowers to wish a mother or a close relative on a birthday
I lilies they can also be given to women in the family as a gift mum or to grandmothers and aunts. Similarly, we have already mentioned how the white or pink roses are an excellent 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 street. These flowers stand out for theirs typical shape "Cone" with a single pistil in the center. They are the emblem ofelegance and refinement and for this reason they are highly appreciated by anyone who receives them. Over time, the calla has taken on different meanings, from those more spiritual ai less abstract messages. In general, giving a calla lily means giving a symbolizing flower 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 characteristics "jagged" petals and can be found in numerous shades: from White al red, from pink al violet, even with beautiful shades inside or on the edges of the petal. The literal meaning of the carnation is that of "flower of god“, But in the floral language it is the symbol of a mother's eternal love. In fact, according to an ancient belief, pink carnations would have bloomed right on the ground where the Virgin Mary had mourned the death of Christ.
For this reason they represent a total love, which goes beyond any temporal boundary and any challenge of life, including death.
Giving a man birthday flowers?
In the last few years the myth is being dispelled according to which the flowers are a purely feminine gift. In fact, more and more women are giving their partners a bouquet on the occasion of their birthday. In fact, the choice of men's favorite strains is a little smaller, but this does not detract from the possibility of opting for the right species. When you want to give flowers to a man, you have to evaluate those from lively and bright shades and from strong meaning, leaving out completely delicate ones both for the type and in the colors.
Favorite colors are red,orange, yellow, blu and sometimes the violet. 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 as a gift a single flower specially packaged rather than an overly elaborate deck. Otherwise, you can always opt for an indoor or outdoor plant.
Source article: Alfeminile
