FAQ

What flowers are given for anniversaries traditionally?

Synonymous with love and romance, flowers have long played an integral role in anniversaries. Traditionally, different types of flowers hold a special significance and are commonly gifted at certain milestones. From hydrangeas and lilies to sunflowers to daisies, flowers are filled with meaning which makes them the perfect way to celebrate and commemorate years of marriage.

To help you find the best blooms for your partner, parents or grandparents, we’ve compiled this short wedding anniversary flowers guide.

Year

Flower

Symbolism

1st Anniversary

Carnation

Youthful love, admiration and commitment

2nd Anniversary

Lily of the Valley

Pure love, sweetness and joy

3rd Anniversary

Sunflower

Loyalty, fidelity, adoration, warmth and strength

4th Anniversary

Hydrangea

Connection, deep understanding, friendship and gratitude

5th Anniversary

Daisy

Innocence, gentleness, playfulness, hope and purity

6th Anniversary

Calla Lily

Growth, gratitude, appreciation and admiration

7th Anniversary

Freesia

Truth, faithfulness, friendship and thoughtfulness

8th Anniversary

Lilacs

Renewal, youthful joy and confidence

9th Anniversary

Bird of Paradise

Magnificence, splendor and endurance

10th Anniversary

Daffodil

Happiness, new beginnings, friendship, positivity and respect

11th Anniversary

Tulip

True love, peace, joy and enthusiasm

12th Anniversary

Peonies

Romance, prosperity, compassion and luck

13th Anniversary

Chrysanthemum

Friendship, longevity, optimism, trust and joy

14th Anniversary

Dahlia

Commitment, inner strength and honesty

15th Anniversary

Rose

Love, romance, honor and passion

20th Anniversary

Aster

Patience, faith, wisdom, achievement and bravery

25th Anniversary

Iris

Hope, faith, wisdom, courage and communication

30th Anniversary

Lily

Purity, humility, devotion and love

40th Anniversary

Gladiolas

Strength, faithfulness, integrity and calmness

50th Anniversary

Violet

Loyalty, care, friendship and truth

What flowers are best for a first anniversary?

The official flower for a first wedding anniversary is a carnation. As one of the oldest cultivated flowers in the world, carnations were discovered by Roman botanist Theophrastus, and have long been associated with romance.

In particular, carnations are said to symbolize youthful, passionate love, which makes them a beautiful choice for a first anniversary.

These vibrant yet delicate blooms can be found in a range of beautiful shades, but for anniversaries, pink carnations are the most popular choice. Featuring pretty, swirling petals, pink carnations symbolize affection and tenderness, making them a sweet and romantic option for anniversary flowers. Alternatively, red carnations signify love, admiration, and adoration.

What color flowers are gifted on anniversaries?

Symbolizing love and lust, passion and adoration, red is commonly associated with romance. So, it’s no surprise that red flowers are commonly gifted on anniversaries. Whether it’s to signify a special moment in your relationship, commemorate your wedding anniversary, or to send to another couple, red flowers are the perfect way to celebrate love.

At French Florist, our red anniversary flowers include deep rouge, bright bouquets and jewel tones. From romantic roses to bouquets filled with freesias, hydrangeas and eucalyptus, we’ve got the perfect floral arrangement for your anniversary.

Alternatively, there are many other colors that can be used to convey your love. Send anniversary flowers containing purple blooms, a color that’s long been associated with romance. Or choose yellow flowers, a color that’s linked with happiness and joy.

How long do anniversary bouquets last?

At French Florist, we create every anniversary bouquet with exceptional care. Using techniques honed over more than 40 years, our talented in-house florists use only the finest and freshest flowers in every arrangement. This includes flowers in bud form, which provides your anniversary flowers with protection during delivery and ensures you can enjoy your beautiful blooms for longer.

Prior to sending our anniversary flowers for delivery, every bouquet, bowl and basket is thoroughly checked. When your arrangement arrives, we recommend keeping it away from air vents or direct sunlight and refreshing the water on a daily basis. To do this, carefully pour out most of the water and refill—tap water is fine but filtered is even better. We’ve also put together this helpful blog post to help you extend the lifespan of your flowers.

For anniversary flowers that will stand the test of time, why not consider our preserved Ecuadorian roses?

How much should I spend on anniversary flowers?

If you’re worried about budgets then you can relax, as there are no hard and fast rules about how much you should spend on anniversary flowers. Whether you can afford to spend a little, or a lot, it’s the thought that counts when it comes to choosing a romantic floral arrangement. To make your anniversary extra special, we recommend selecting a bloom or bouquet that conveys meaning.

For those on a budget, our collection of flowers under $50 is filled with simple yet exquisite arrangements. This includes our hand-picked Ecuadorian roses—the perfect choice for a romantic anniversary.

Searching for anniversary flowers that will really make a statement? Our collection of luxury flowers features decadent and opulent bouquets that are sure to take your partner’s breath away. Choose the exotic box filled with beautiful, vibrant and elegant blooms, or keep it classic with a sophisticated and spectacular vase of 100 long-stem roses.

Can you deliver in the morning?

Of course. We have Express Delivery availability that you can select during checking out. This guarantees you an early priority delivery time. Please select this time for a priority delivery time...

Do you deliver to hospitals?
Of course. We think it’s one of the nicest ways to show your care and love. There are so many studies that show the immense benefits of sending flowers to someone who is in the hospital. We have special relationships with all the hospitals in our area and know the ins and outs of delivering there. Rest assured our customer service specialist will reach out to the hospital and confirm that your recipient is approved to receive flowers and keep you closely updated if anything about the delivery arises.
What if no one is home when you arrive?

We always retain the wonderful element of surprising the person you’re sending flowers to. If our delivery driver knocks on the door and there is no answer, our customer service team will call to the recipient’s phone number. If no one answers, we may call you to ask to advise. If our driver is at a business or residence where there is a safe location we will leave it in a safe place, and then leave a voicemail for your recipient to let them know they have flowers. We’ll leave our information as well so that they can reach out in case there are any concerns. In occurrences when we do not feel like there is a safe place to leave the flowers, we return them to the shop and notify you and your recipient, letting your recipient know to reach out to us to reschedule the delivery of a fresh arrangement at a time that works best for them. This is something we offer typically at no extra cost.

Will my flowers look like the picture?
Yes! All photography is done fully in-house with actual arrangements we make ourselves. Everything you see on our website is ours and only ours. We have an exceptionally talented design team that uses the photograph you selected for your order to create the same thing for your recipient. There are very certain instances when one type of flower is not in it’s prime, so we will substitute with an equivalent or better flower that most closely resemble the look and feel of the arrangement you chose. Our design team’s eye is exceptional and anytime we substitute the arrangement will look just as (if not sometimes more) stunning. Our #1 commitment is to your happiness and the quality of our arrangements.
How should I care for the flowers or plants?
Keep flowers and plants out of direct sunlight and away from air vents that blow air on them. For flowers, it is best to fill the vase to the very top as soon as it arrives and to refresh the water daily. You should be able to tilt the vase so that most of the water will pour out. Then refill it with fresh water. If one flower shows signs of wilting, you can just simply remove it and enjoy the remaining flowers. For green and blooming plants, wait to add water until the soil becomes dry. When watering, soak the soil and then pour off or out any excess water. If you ever want to transplant to a bigger pot, just wait at least a few weeks so the plant can adjust to their new environment before they undergo major changes in their pot and soil. For orchids or succulents, wait about 10 days between watering and provide only a small amount of water. Orchids and succulents thrive in a dryer environment! Overwatering is a very common way to cause the orchid to be unhappy!

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