Would you like to give flowers to your mom, but are you wondering what she would love? Are you looking for a unique gift idea for her birthday or for Mother’s Day?
You’re in the right place.
As a florist, Mother’s Day is a busy and important time of year for me. It’s all about helping my customers find the perfect gift for one of the most important people in their lives: their mom.
Today, I’m sharing all my tips for pampering that special woman who has done so much for you with a beautiful floral gift that she will truly appreciate.
Whether it’s her birthday, Mother’s Day, or just a thoughtful gesture to show your appreciation, flowers are sure to delight your mom. To choose the right ones, pay attention to her preferences in color (warm or cool) and decor. You can also select flowers that have special meanings in the language of flowers to express your affection. Consider options like Lilies, Peonies, Carnations, as well as Roses and Freesias. Lastly, if you’re looking for a unique gift, don’t hesitate to give her a forever rose!
Want to learn more? Keep reading to discover:
- The perfect occasions to give flowers to your mother
- Tips for discovering her favorite flowers
- The symbolic flowers of maternal love in the language of flowers
- Some floral gift ideas to make her happy
What occasions are best for giving flowers to your mom?
Given as a sign of gratitude and courtesy for millennia, flowers are a wonderful gift to show someone that you care about them. They evoke femininity and grace and are enjoyed by most people. As a result, we often remember a bouquet that was given to us for a special occasion (graduation, wedding, birthday, etc.), even if it has long since wilted.
If you decide to give her flowers, your mom will surely be delighted to receive this gift from you. You can have a bouquet made up for her for no particular reason, just to remind her that you are thinking of her. However, she will also appreciate this kind of gift for occasions such as:
- His birthday
- Her party
- The Mother’s Day
- The celebration of a wedding anniversary
- To celebrate a change in life: graduation, new job, moving…
- To thank her for a special gesture she made for you: gift, invitation to a meal, financial help…
👉 Flowers are also a perfect gift for your mother-in-law! They are a thoughtful present that you can easily get, and she’ll love them even if you’re not quite sure what her tastes are.
How to Know Which Flowers She Would Like?
Have you decided to give flowers to your mom? It’s now time to choose flowers that match her tastes, so you can truly show her that you care. Here are some helpful tips in the following lines to help you find the perfect gift!
Pay attention to what she tells you and her habits
Did your mom ever tell you about a flower she particularly loved? In that case, the choice is quite easy.
However, the signals can be more subtle. You can particularly try to see if:
- She tells you that she prefers things that are simple and clean.
➡ In this case, opt for elegant flowers and create a simple, modern arrangement without using too many varieties.
- She plans to travel soon.
➡ If you think she would like to take her gift with her, you could give her a flowering plant or a bouquet wrapped with a water supply, so it can be transported without wilting.
- She doesn’t really like taking care of a bouquet or doesn’t know how to do it.
➡ You can gift her preserved flowers, like forever roses that require no special care. Check them out at our online store!
Check Out His Garden
Does your mom have a garden that she loves to tend to? If so, take a moment to carefully observe it and see what types of flowers are planted. She likely chose flowers that she enjoys. You might notice if she prefers small clustered flowers, roses, wildflowers, or if she favors a more neat and organized style versus a bohemian style, like a typical English garden.
Take a look at their clothes, their décor…
Finally, you can deduce a lot about her based on her surroundings and fashion choices. For instance, you can see if she prefers warm colors (red, orange, yellow) or cool colors (green, pink, purple, blue), and from that, infer her favorite color combinations.
If you’re giving her a bouquet of flowers to display at home, make sure to match it to her decor and the type of vase she uses most often. Of course, you don’t need to take all of this into account at once; think of these tips as hints to help you find what your mom would like. 😉
Gift Her a Bouquet That Represents Your Affection with the Language of Flowers
Would you like your floral gift to have a symbolic meaning and convey a message of love to your mom? With the language of flowers, you can select blooms that hold special significance, and when combined, they will express the deep affection you feel for the woman who raised you.
To help you out, I’ve put together a short selection of flowers that are perfect for this type of gift, along with their meanings:
- Carnation
➡ In the USA, this flower is the symbol of Mother’s Day. This special day became a holiday thanks to a woman named Anna Jarvis. She sent 500 carnations to her church for the mothers in her parish, giving rise to the tradition of offering these flowers to mothers on a special day each year to honor them. Thus, carnations now represent purity, love, beauty, and generosity—qualities often associated with mothers.
➡ These lovely flowers that resemble daisies and sunflowers evoke joy and happiness. They are sturdy and convey a positive message. Don’t hesitate to mix and match their colors!
- Tulip
➡ This spring flower symbolizes gentleness and comfort, as well as joy. It’s especially fitting for a warm and nurturing mom who helps you through every challenge.
Carnations / Gerberas / Tulips
➡ In Asia, these flowers are the symbol of motherhood and its virtues. They come in many colors: choose the one your mom will appreciate the most!
- Rose
➡ These beautiful flowers, beloved by everyone, are certainly a classic floral gift, but they also carry significant symbolism. Depending on their color, roses take on different meanings. For a mom, you might choose a light pink rose, which represents sweetness and tenderness, a dark pink rose, symbolizing femininity, a lavender rose, associated with elegance, or a white rose, a symbol of purity and honesty.
- Freesia
➡ These little flowers are known for their very delicate fragrance. In the language of flowers, they symbolize unconditional love.
- Paeony
➡ These stunning flowers, available in pale pink, coral red, and white, are the stars of Mother’s Day. They are highly cherished by most women for their beauty. In China, where they originate, peonies symbolize feminine beauty and generosity.
Lilies / Freesias / Peonies
👉 Don’t forget to tell your mom, when you give her the flowers, that they were chosen for a special reason. You can explain the meaning of each flower or suggest that she decode your message on her own (for example, by giving her the link to this article), leaving the surprise of the bouquet’s meaning to her.
Perfect Floral Gift Ideas for Your Mom
To wrap up this article, I’ve put together a short list of floral gift ideas, ranging from classic to unique, so you can choose something special to pamper your mom as she deserves.
A bouquet of flowers to show her you care
As mentioned earlier, this is the most traditional floral gift. It has the advantage of appealing to most people and can be placed in a vase to decorate the home.
Flower Bouquet / Floral Arrangement
A Floral Arrangement: The Practical Choice
This type of arrangement, which is offered by most florists, is a bit different from a traditional bouquet and allows for a greater variety of creations. Instead of being assembled like in a bouquet, the flowers are inserted into floral foam, which helps keep them hydrated just as if they were in a vase.
This gift is especially suitable if your mom:
- Doesn’t really enjoy taking care of a bouquet in a vase,
- Lives in a medical facility currently (nursing home, hospital), where it’s more challenging to put flowers in a vase,
- Must travel with their flowers (only by car and in cooler weather).
A Plant for a Gardening Mom
If your mom has a garden, balcony, or terrace, you can gift her a flowering plant. If you choose a perennial variety (like a rose bush, for example), it will bloom each year, reminding her of the love you share and the wonderful moments you’ve spent together.
Rosebush / Eternal Roses
An everlasting rose that she will cherish for years
Would you like to surprise your mom with a unique gift? You could give her an everlasting rose, as mentioned earlier. This is a real fresh rose that has been preserved by replacing its sap with glycerin, a natural preservative commonly found in many cosmetic products. With this process, the rose will maintain the appearance of a fresh flower and its vibrant color!
Giving your mom an eternal rose under a dome isn’t just about gifting her a decorative piece for her home; it’s also about showing her how much she means to you and expressing that your love for her is everlasting.
🌹 Have you checked out our collection of everlasting roses under glass yet? Don’t hesitate—you’re sure to find a design that your mom will love, such as:
- This luminous white eternal rose is perfect for a modern mom.
- This multicolored rose will surely surprise her.
- This arrangement of small roses is perfect for decorating your home.
- This delicate mini bell is a symbol of affection
I hope these tips have been helpful in finding a gift that will make your mom incredibly happy. While you wait for our next article, feel free to check out our blog, which is full of advice and tutorials on floral gifts and nature-inspired decor!