Kinds of Flowers to Give as Gifts for Mother's Day
Looking for possible Mother's Day gifts?
It's only natural that people want to give their mothers gifts for Mother's Day. After all, this is a great way to show your mom how much you appreciate her and how much you love her. Deciding to give your mother gifts for Mother's Day is easy. What you might find difficult is exactly what kind of gift you should give to her.
Don't forget to show your mom how much you love and appreciate her this Mother's Day. Greet her and tell her you love her aside from giving her flowers and other gifts.
You can see even more flowers featured below. But, if you can't decide, you can choose to give your mom an assortment of flowers for Mother's Day
There are actually so many different kinds of presents that you can give to your mom. You can decide to give just one gift or several gifts.
You can add a card or a letter to your gift. You can even choose to give your Mother flowers. But is it a good idea to give her flowers for Mother's Day?
Giving flowers as Mother's Day gifts
Flowers can definitely be wonderful gifts to your mother for Mother’s Day because of how beautiful and colorful they are.
You can add flowers as part and parcel of the other gifts that you may want to give to your mom.
But flowers can also be a stand-alone present especially if your Mother likes gardening or if she likes keeping plants and flowers in her house.
An assortment of flowers
Red roses aren't the only kinds of flowers in this world. There are so many other flowers out there, so there's no need to limit yourself to red roses unless it's your mom's favorite flower.
If you really want to give your mother roses, you can choose ones that aren't red in color. If you really want to give her something red though, you can choose from many other flowers that also come in that hue
Red roses: to give or not to give?
If you're thinking of acquiring roses, especially red roses, as gifts, then think again.
Roses are more commonly given on Valentine’s Day and they're also something that is usually given to a wife or a girlfriend.
Roses have other meanings but it has a connotation of being associated with passion, love and romance. Moreover, roses seem to be overrated already.
They're one of the most common and well-known flowers out there. This is what people give to each other all the time.
Be different and choose other flowers for your Mother. After all, there are so many out there. Red roses aren't the only kinds of flowers in the world.
The problem with white flowers
You also need to consider the color of the flowers that you’re planning to give to your Mother for Mother’s Day. Unless your mom’s favorite color is white, avoid giving her white flowers. White seems too plain and ordinary. Flowers come in many different shades and colors to make your present appear more exotic and vibrant.
Will you be giving your Mother flowers as gifts for Mother's Day?
So there's no need to settle for white flowers that would just make your present look drab and boring. Besides, some white flowers have the connotation of being associated with funerals, which isn't the message you want to give to your mother.
What kind of flowers should you give to your Mother for Mother's Day?
While you can just pick some random flowers that aren't red roses or colored white and then give them to your mother as gifts, it certainly doesn't hurt to be more refined in what kind of flowers you should be purchasing. It's not hard to put a little bit more thought in your choice of flower gifts for your mom.
Instead of giving your beloved mother some random and generic flowers, why don't you refer to the meanings of the flowers in order to give her a special message?
This can be an additional present alongside your other gifts. And it will surely make your gift even more special and meaningful.
Here are some flowers with their meanings that are appropriate to give to your mom for Mother’s Day (note that the flowers may have other meanings. The ones listed below are those that can be related to mothers):
Purple Orchids with Vase for Mother's Day
Flowers that compliment your Mother:
Tell your mom just how beautiful you think she is with these red amaryllis flowers. Don't forget to add that you believe she's worth far more than just for her beauty and looks.
If you want to compliment your mother on her looks, charm and elegance, then consider giving her any of these flowers:
Amaryllis - splendid beauty, worth beyond beauty
Orchid - beauty, refinement, beautiful lady, charm, maturity, exotic beauty, thoughtfulness, mature charm, proud and glorious femininity, magnificence, love, beauty
Fresh flowers and artificial flowers are both good choices for gifts so you can choose either to give to your mom. In the end, it's all a matter of preference.
If you prefer fresh flowers then buy them but if it's artificial flowers you want, then buy those instead. You can also go with what your Mother would prefer. Does she prefer fresh flowers to artificial flowers or vice versa?
Orchids have lots of meanings, which is perfect for complimenting your mother. With these flowers, you can tell her she's beautiful, charming, magnificent, refined and more. You can also tell her just how much you love her and how you're thinking about her with these flowers.
Flowers that say you love your Mother:
Consider these flowers for your mother if you want to convey the message that you are happy and glad that she is your mom and that you love her. These flowers show that you appreciate her and that you have many fond memories of her. It also says that you wish her happiness, good health, and prosperity:
Wish your mom prosperity and a happy life with these beautiful purple silk peonies. Peonies also tell her you always want her to be healthy and that you wish for her marriage to last
Dandelion - happiness
Peony - happy life, happy marriage, good health, prosperity
Poppy - wealth, success
Some of these flowers come in many different colors. For instance, the peonies featured to the right aren't just in a purple color. These peonies also come in hot pink and fuchsia.
Be sure to check out what available color there is for the flowers you want to buy so you can choose your Mother's favorite color or the color you think that she would like best.
Get a combination of flowers to give to your mother
Other flower messages for your Mother:
Even if you can't always be with your mother all the time, these azaleas will remind her that you care about her and that you always want her to be healthy, happy and whole
Azalea means ‘take care of yourself for me’.
Give this to your mother to remind her to be careful with her health.
With this flowers, you can show her that you care about her and that you always want her to be safe.
Give this flower to your mom to show her that you respect her and hold her in high regard. It also tells her that you're happy when you’re with her and that she can be like the sun with how she can bring warmth and light into people's lives.
This product gives you a combination of more than just one flower aside from hydrangeas and salvia.
Salvias will tell your mom that you're thinking about her, that she is in your thoughts even if you 2 may be far apart from each other.
Hydrangeas tell your mom just how grateful you are for having her as your mom.
It conveys gratitude and understanding, sincerity and heartfelt emotions, so if you can't find the words to say that you really appreciate what your mom has done for you, how she's always been there for you, how she always listens and tries to understand you and help you in any way that she can, then have these flowers tell her for you
Heather means ‘admiration, beauty, protection from danger, wishes will come true’.
Give this to your mother to tell her that your admire her and look up to her.
It also indicates that you worry about her health and want her to be safe.
It also tells your mother that you want her to be happy and successful and that you want all of her wishes, whatever they may be, to come true.
Hydrangea means ‘thank you for understanding, heartfelt emotions, gratitude for being understood’.
Give this flower to your mom to tell her how much you appreciate it that she listens to you and understands you.
Show her how grateful you are that she's always there for you whenever you need her and that she's always ready to listen when you need someone to talk to or when you need a shoulder to cry on.
Give your mother salvia to tell her that ‘I think of you’.
This can also convey that you miss her and love her and that you worry about her.
Give your mom some petunias to tell her that ‘your presence soothes me’. With this flower, you can convey how you always feel warm and safe and loved and protected when your mother is nearby.
For a finishing touch, add some gladiolus to tell your mother that ‘I am really sincere’. The flower also means ‘strength of character, honor, remembrance’ so you’re also expressing that you remember and honor your mother and that you see her as a very strong woman who's capable of a lot of things.
Conclusion
Consider any one or a combination of these flowers as possible gifts to your Mother for Mother’s Day.
You can also add these flowers to other gifts that you're planning to give to her.
Just remember that your Mother will surely appreciate whatever present you give to her, no matter what it may be.
Just the fact that you took the time to send her a present shows that you remember her and that you love her and care about her. And this is what's most important for our Mothers.
Even if, for some reason, you can't get her a gift, don't let that worry you too much. Just don't forget to greet her a happy Mother's Day. Sometimes, that's really all that matters. Let your Mother know that you love her and appreciate her and that she hasn't been forgotten.
Pic credits: The images are enlarged pics of the products from Amazon.com
Sources for the meanings of the flowers:
- easyflowers.com.au
- theflowerexpert.com
- iflorist.com
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© 2013 Ceres Schwarz
Comments
At first I was thinking - who cares what kinds of flowers, as long as they give me flowers, any flowers. But you are right. There are considerations, one of which is personal preference. But how is, say, a 15 year old boy to know that mom hates gladiolus? That they remind mom of cheap flowers at a funeral. Or that carnations may be passe but this mom loves them. Love the hub. Voted up and shared!
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@Dolores Monet - hello and thanks for your comment and feedback. Yeah, I think it's more special if you put more thought into the kinds of flowers you're going to gives as presents. After all, if you're already buying flowers anyway, then you might as well get the ones that the recipient will like or that has a good meaning. I guess children should ask their moms about flowers long before Mother's Day or maybe find a way to talk about flowers and get some info on what kinds their moms like. Or they can just go with flowers that have good meanings.
I think that most people would be happy to receive flowers no matter what kind they are (unless they are allergic, of course) because it is the thought that counts. Learning about the special meanings of flowers is something that most people would not realize. Thanks for the education!
I wish that my mother was still alive and that I could gift her with flowers and other things as well. For those who still have living mothers, just show your appreciation in any manner you can. Time spent with them is probably the most precious gift of all. Up and interesting votes.
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@Peggy W - thanks for the comment and the votes. Yes, it is the thought that counts when it comes to gifts but giving flowers based on their meanings can also add to your gift and make it more special. I'm sorry about your Mother. And I agree that time spent with our Mothers is really one of the most precious gifts of all. We shouldn't forget to tell them we love them and appreciate them even if it isn't Mother's Day.
When I give my mom flowers, it's usually a mixed bouquet, but I love how you gave specific meanings for different flowers. Next time, I might just opt for a single flower bouquet!
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@lisa42 - hi and thanks for the comment. Both mixed and single flower bouquet are good gift ideas. And you can choose flowers with good meanings to add to your bouquet. Giving flowers with good meanings to them would make gifts even more special and meaningful.
What a beautiful Article. The flowers are gorgeous!!! Voted up. Awesome & Interesting!
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@swilliams - thanks for the comment and the votes. Yeah, the flowers really do look amazing and beautiful. Mothers who are fond of flowers would surely appreciate getting some for a special occasion or holiday even if it isn't Mother's Day. It can be just a way to say thanks or to convey your love for your mom.
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