What Do Mother’s Day Flowers Mean?

Find the perfect blooms with a special meaning for your Mum this year by finding out what Mother’s Day flowers symbolise.


Sometimes we want to send more than just a gift and that’s why flowers are the perfect option for Mother’s Day. Flowers have a message and sentiment behind them, that’s why so many of you opt for blooms as your Mother’s Day gift. We’re going to help you find the perfect bunch by telling you some of the meanings behind Mother’s Day flowers.

Lilies

Lilies are one of our most popular blooms for Mother’s Day – and for good reason! They are are a classic symbol of motherhood, representing fertility, purity and beauty of youth.

Carnations

Just like the others, the meaning of Carnations vary between their colours but the most significant are pink Carnations. This is because there is a belief that they first appeared on earth from the Virgin Mary’s tears, symbolising a mother’s undying love, making them the perfect Mother’s Day flower.

Orchids

Orchids are a fabulous pick for mums who love the finer things in life. They’ve long been associated with with luxury, elegance, and sophistication. If you want a more sentimental message, don’t worry – orchids also symbolise love, beauty, strength, and thoughtfulness.

Roses

Roses are also available in many colours, so we will pick the perfect colour for Mother’s Day, which we think is the pink rose. This is because pink roses represent grace, perfect happiness, appreciation and admiration. What better way to say thank you?

Tulips

Spring is in the air – and who doesn’t love tulips? Pink tulips are a great pick for the occasion, signifying happiness and positivity – or opt for sunny yellow tulips, which are used to represent cheer and joy.


Send Mother’s Day flowers this year and have a beautiful bouquet delivered to her door on Mothering Sunday.

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