Mother’s Day is an important date in many of our calendars – if Sunday 15 March is not already penned into yours, consider this your friendly reminder to do so right now! – but it often carries some pressure.
We all want the best for our mums, so it’s no wonder that deciding how to show them how much we care can feel like a bit of a minefield.
You’d be forgiven for thinking that flowers are a failsafe, stress-free choice. But are they lazy? Do they last long enough to be worth it? Does every mum like the same style? Are certain flowers ‘wrong’ in some way – too romantic? Too high-maintenance? Somehow sending the wrong message? It’s surprisingly easy to get overwhelmed!
So, to help you out and ensure your special lady feels loved, we’ve set about debunking some of the biggest myths about Mother’s Day flowers. Now all that’s left for you to do is order from our range of beautiful bouquets and let us do all the hard stuff. We’ll even let you take all the credit.
Roses are too romantic
OK, so a huge bunch of red roses may scream Valentine’s Day, but this timelessly beautiful bloom is surprisingly versatile and actually a great choice for Mother’s Day. It comes in many more colours than classic red, with pink roses symbolising affection, yellow roses conveying joy, peach roses expressing appreciation, purple roses associated with royalty (she’s a queen, after all!) and white roses linked to respect. There’s also no need to dismiss red roses entirely – instead of the bouquet of 50 that you may send a lucky romantic partner, choose an arrangement that features a variety of flowers. The more the merrier for Mum!
Every mum likes the same flowers
The best Mother’s Day gestures are those that reflect who your mum is, not what tradition dictates she should like. We all have different tastes, after all! Not all mums prefer pastel-toned bouquets, and while roses, carnations, lilies, chrysanthemums and tulips tend to dominate, they’re far from the only options. Thoughtful, less conventional alternatives include indoor or outdoor plants for green-fingered mums, cheerful sunflowers for a bolder, brighter touch, or modern arrangements featuring textured foliage and striking blooms like irises, proteas or anemones. You’ll even find rainbow roses in our extensive range – a fun choice for a quirky mum who likes to stand out from the crowd!
Lilies are only for funerals
Never send lilies? Nonsense. Yes, white lilies are often sent as sympathy flowers, thanks to their meanings of purity, peace and everlasting love, but that needn’t make all varieties of this popular bloom off-limits for more joyful occasions – especially Mother’s Day. Why? Because in Greek mythology, the lily was said to have sprung from the milk of Hera, queen of the gods and the goddess of marriage, women, childbirth and family. Our tip? Choose pink lilies to avoid any funeral connotations and celebrate feminine power. Oh, and if Mum has a cat, pick a different flower altogether, as lilies are sadly poisonous to feline friends.
Flowers are a lazy gift
We know we’re biased, but this one couldn’t be further from the truth. Yes, we make ordering Mother’s Day flowers a breeze, while also offering a fabulous range of extras like chocolates and wine, but we’re also firm believers in giving your bouquet some thought before you buy. Enter floriography, or the ‘language of flowers’, which was popularised in the Victorian era, when people would send each other posies to express different emotions. Many of these meanings still hold today, so you can pick your mum’s bouquet based on what you’d like to say to her, as well as what you know she likes. Try “Thank you for everything”, with carnations, which represent gratitude; “I admire you so much”, with orchids, which symbolise inner strength; or “You brighten my life”, with daffodils, which reflect positivity.
Single-species bouquets are boring
While many bouquets, including most of ours, make use of multiple varieties of flowers for a dynamic display, we also love to put one stunning species centre stage. Far from boring, we often find these minimalist arrangements all the more chic and impactful, especially when in one colour. They’re also ideal if your mum has a firm favourite flower – simply order a mass of those to her doorstep and put a huge smile on her face! Blooms that look particularly striking without a supporting cast include tulips, daffodils, roses, lilies and daisies – they all feature in our current collection, some in bunches of 50 or 100 for an extra special treat.
Orchids are high-maintenance
Chances are, you’ve considered sending your mum an elegant orchid, particularly if she’s a woman of sophisticated taste. But will she find it more of a curse than a blessing, given its diva reputation? We reckon not, as orchids are surprisingly low-effort once settled into a new home. Potted plants can live for decades with bright, indirect light and weekly watering (overwatering is actually the biggest risk here), while cut stems can last for weeks or even months in the vase with minimal attention. If you’re still in doubt, point Mum in the direction of our handy orchid care guide so she can get the most out of her gift.
You should only celebrate your mum
Mother’s Day needn’t only be about celebrating your own mum. Perhaps there’s another woman in your life who you consider a mother figure – be that a grandparent, an aunt, a sibling or a mentor – and want to thank for their love, support and inspiration. Sending flowers to someone who has made an impact in your life is a meaningful way of showing them that you notice and value everything they do for you, even if you don’t call them ‘Mum’. Or maybe you have a partner, friend or family member who recently became a mum and would appreciate some flowers to let her know how well you think she’s doing – motherhood is both amazing and exhausting, after all!
Flowers aren’t worth the money
It’s true: flowers don’t last forever – but then again, the best things in life never do. Luckily, there are lots of ways to extend a bouquet’s lifespan and get more bang for your buck, such as choosing longer-lasting species such as chrysanthemums, carnations and alstroemeria; caring for them properly (no doubt Mum will already know about trimming the stems, stripping leaves below the waterline and regularly replacing the water); and, of course, trusting Blossoming Gifts, with our 100% Happiness Guarantee. For extra brownie points, treat your lovely mum to a seasonal gift subscription from just £25 a month – it’s literally the gift that keeps on giving!
Spoil Mum with your pick from our gorgeous new Mother’s Day collection. Order now from just £14.99 for delivery on the big day.
