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It’s that time of year again when mothers all over the world are celebrated for everything they do. If you’re looking for the perfect way to show your love and appreciation, why not send flowers? But with so many different types of bouquets available, it can be tricky to pick the perfect Mother’s Day bunch. This guide will take you through the process of choosing Mother’s Day flowers, so you can pick out the perfect bouquet for your mum!

Order online, call us today on 01273 770966, or email us at hello@thebrightonflowercompany.co.uk to find out more.

What is the official flower for Mother’s Day?

Good news… there isn’t really one! Historically, around the world it was stated that the Carnation (Dianthus) was the official flower on Mother’s Day in the US. However we, at The Brighton Flower Company, think that the official flower for Mother’s Day should just be your Mums favourite! It is about her after all.

Choosing flowers for mothers day

How do you pick flowers for Mother’s Day?

Flowers are a great way to show mum how much you care on Mother’s Day. Whichever type of flower you choose, it’s important to pick something based on your mother’s personality. For example, if your mother loves something with fragrance perhaps the Spring bouquet would be a great choice for her. Or if she loves something a little more wild and natural our Meadow Bouquet could be the perfect way to show her you care. If she is bright and outgoing we also have lots of colourful choices including our Sunflower Sunshine bouquet.

Another popular option are…Tulips

Tulips are long-lasting, beautiful and can be purchased in many different colours each with its own meaning. Red tulips symbolise true love while white tulips signify forgiveness and yellow tulips represent new beginnings or a happy future.

Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show mum how much you appreciate her. Order flowers online, call us on 01273 770966 or pop into our Brighton shop.

If you’re looking for something a bit more special, why not try one of our flower arranging workshops? We offer a range of different classes, so there’s something for everyone. Learn how to make beautiful arrangements that will show your mum just how much you love her.

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Find out more about our range and team below. To order by phone call 01273 770966, where we’re also happy to answer any questions about our products, or create a custom design.

What is International Women’s Day?

IWD is a specific day dedicated to the advancement of women worldwide.

Marked by millions of people on March 8, IWD provides an important platform to engage with communities, reflect on progress, and commit to positive action. Participation in IWD ensures progress toward equality remains on the global agenda and positive action prevails.

IWD has a long and powerful history of collective action, with many groups, countries, and bodies having actively contributed to its evolution.

Today, IWD is a highly visible worldwide occurrence with significant mainstream awareness, marked by groups worldwide in a wide variety of ways.

Remember, all IWD activity is valid. IWD is a movement. It belongs to all groups, everywhere. That’s what makes IWD so inclusive, not exclusive.

Kate Scott, owner of The Brighton Flower Company

Since 2010 Kate has been the owner of The Brighton Flower Company after a long standing career in HR. Taking a leap of faith Kate bought the business when it went up for sale and the rest, as they say, is history.

Since then it has grown into a larger team of talented female florists with a dedicated delivery driver, and has been able to offer customers popular flower workshops, weddings, events as well as our local and national bouquet delivery service! (phew)

“We often joke that this job gives us our fill of female friendships but in fact this is true! We are often found chuckling away whilst working hard. It really does feel like a family affair with the staffs family members coming in to help during busy times. They fully understand our dedication and how much this all means to us which makes me so proud”

Celebrate women

This year, why not celebrate the women in your life with a bouquet? It’s the perfect time to recognise achievements, to say thank you, or simply let them know you appreciate them.

Our Ultra Violet bouquet features gorgeous purples and greens with Ocean Song roses, Lissianthus, Clematis and Astrantia, and we have a select range of handcrafted bouquets available to suit all tastes.

Our Mother’s Day flowers range

Each year we launch a brand new Mother’s Day flowers range that our team designs in-store using seasonal flowers, with bouquets available in a range of sizes and to suit a variety of budgets. For each bouquet we choose flowers that are bright and beautiful, and will enclose a handwritten note with your personalised message to your mum.

Our team is dedicated in producing creative floral designs and we think this unique process is reflected in the bouquets, making them the perfect gift! Each bouquet will be fresh and you can pass on our care guide to keep flowers fresh for longer so they can make the most of their present.

If you’re shopping for your mum, also consider some of our beautiful indoor plants and succulents which prove popular throughout the year, and our gifts range that includes cuddly bears and chocolates. With this Mother’s Day being under lockdown restrictions in the UK, it’s the perfect time to show you care.

Tips on picking the perfect bouquet

Choosing to give flowers as a gift is a wonderful choice as they show you’re thinking of someone, are affordable and brighten up any room in the home. They can also help boost people’s mood and general wellbeing, making them pretty powerful gifts.

If you’re looking for some easy tips to pick the perfect bouquet, follow this advice:

• Choose bouquets that include their favourite flowers, colours or scents
• Think about where they might put the bouquet in their home and visualise what might look best
• How much space do they have? Use this to help decide if you can pick a large or deluxe bouquet
• Be aware of any allergies or pets, as some flowers aren’t suitable for cats and dogs

With all that in mind, relax and take it easy! Picking a bouquet should be fun and when it comes down to it, it’s the thought that counts. Our florists have created this beautiful range so that you can’t go wrong!

Speak with our team today

We’re always on hand to help if you’re not sure which flowers your mum or special someone in your life would like the most, and are happy to advise as best we can. We can suggest our most popular bouquets, or if you let us know a bit about their favourite colours or scents, we can suggest the right flowers for them.

Just call us on 01273 770966 or email us at hello@thebrightonflowercompany.co.uk and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

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It’s that time of year again when mothers all over the world are celebrated for everything they do. If you’re looking for the perfect way to show your love and appreciation, why not send flowers? But with so many different types of bouquets available, it can be tricky to pick the perfect Mother’s Day bunch. This guide will take you through the process of choosing Mother’s Day flowers, so you can pick out the perfect bouquet for your mum!

Order online, call us today on 01273 770966, or email us at hello@thebrightonflowercompany.co.uk to find out more.

History of Mother’s Day

For us in the UK, unlike our friends from across the pond, our Mother’s Day celebration (or Mothering Sunday) happens three weeks before Easter (the fourth Sunday of Lent) as opposed to the second Sunday in May. Though the two holidays were once

What is the official flower for Mother’s Day?

Mother’s Day is a special day to celebrate all mothers around the world. While there are many flowers that could be considered the best flower for Mother’s Day, carnations are often thought of as the official flower of Mother’s Day. Carnations represent sweetness, appreciation, grace and purity which makes them the perfect symbol for motherhood.

Carnations come in many different colours including white, pink and red. They have been associated with Mother’s Day since 1907 when Anna Jarvis held the first Mother’s Day service in West Virginia. She wanted to honour her own mother who had passed away two years earlier, and chose carnations because they were the favourite flowers of mothers everywhere.

What do different flowers mean on Mother’s Day?

Different coloured carnations have different meanings on Mother’s Day. Here’s a breakdown of what different carnation colours signify:

• A white carnation means purity and symbolise a new beginning
• Pink carnations represent love and appreciation and are often given to mothers who have done a great job raising their children
• Red carnations stand for admiration and respect.

Choosing flowers for mothers day

How do you pick flowers for Mother’s Day?

Flowers are a great way to show mum how much you care on Mother’s Day. Whichever type of flower you choose, it’s important to pick something based on your mother’s personality. For example, if your mother is a traditionalist, she may prefer classic arrangements like roses or lilies. If she loves nature, then choosing flowers that are in season will be the perfect way to show her you care.

What is the most popular flower for Mother’s Day?

Lilies

Lilies are big, beautiful, expressive, and make a great gift for your mum. They represent femininity, love, purity, and devotion. If you’re looking for a way to show just how much you appreciate mum this Mother’s Day you can’t go wrong with a classic, elegant bouquet of lilies.

Roses

The rose is often considered the queen of flowers, and it’s no wonder why they are a popular choice for Mother’s Day. Not only do they look beautiful, but roses also have a lot of symbolism behind them. Different colours of roses can mean different things, so it’s important to know what your mums favourite colour is before purchasing.

Turquoise is a popular mothers day flower colour, and it symbolises serenity and calm. If your mother has always been the grounded one in the family, this could be a good choice for her to show how much you appreciate all of her work. Purple roses are another favourite as they signify enchantment. Yellow roses signify friendship while soft pink roses are a symbol of joy and admiration – the perfect sentiment for Mother’s Day.

Our woodland bouquet is the perfect choice for mums who love nature.

Tulips

Tulips are long-lasting, beautiful and can be purchased in many different colours each with its own meaning. Red tulips symbolise true love while white tulips signify forgiveness and yellow tulips represent new beginnings or a happy future.

A tulip bouquet for mother’s day is a great gift for mums who want something different to the traditional rose.

Orchids

Another popular choice, are orchids which are said to represent love, luxury, beauty and strength. These exotic looking blooms come in a variety of different colours, and each one has its own unique meaning. For example, the white orchid symbolises purity while the purple orchid stands for royalty and blue stands for admiration.

Orchids are also long-lasting. In fact, they can last up to a month if properly cared for, just another reason why mothers love getting an orchid flower arrangement.

Treat your mum with one of our stunning orchids this Mother’s Day, available in yellow, pink or white.

Peonies

Peonies are definitely one of the best flowers to give as a mothers day gift. They come in so many different colours and represent such a wide variety of things, from honour and good fortune to happy marriages. No matter what your mum is into, there’s sure to be a peony that represents it perfectly! So if you’re looking for a mothers day gift that is both beautiful and meaningful, peonies are definitely the way to go.

Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show mum how much you appreciate her. Order flowers online, call us on 01273 770966 or pop into our Brighton studio

If you’re looking for something a bit more special, why not try one of our flower arranging workshops? We offer a range of different classes, so there’s something for everyone. Learn how to make beautiful arrangements that will show your mum just how much you love her.

The post How to Choose Mothers Day Flowers: The Ultimate Guide appeared first on The Brighton Flower Company.

Find out more about our range and team below. To order by phone call 01273 770966, where we’re also happy to answer any questions about our products, or create a custom design.

What is International Women’s Day?

International Women’s Day (IWD) takes place annually on 8th March and is a global event that focuses on celebrating the achievements of women, with a view to accelerate gender equality. IWD was first honoured in 1911, following approval the previous year at the second International Conference of Working Women, and is represented by the colours, purple, green and white.

In 2021 the theme for the day is ‘choose to challenge’ with the aim of keeping the world alert to gender inequality. You can follow along with the hashtag #ChooseToChallenge on all social media channels.

Kate Scott, owner of The Brighton Flower Company

Since 2010 Kate has been the owner of The Brighton Flower Company after a long standing career in HR. Taking a leap of faith Kate bought the business when it went up for sale and the rest, as they say, is history.

Since then it has grown into a larger team of talented florists with a dedicated delivery driver, and has been able to offer customers popular flower workshops, with an online offering in 2020 during lockdown.

From bouquets to wish people better, cheery notes to let people know they are being thought of when they are down, to sympathy flowers and funeral tributes that have been made, our team have made it all possible despite the challenges.

Celebrate women

This year, why not celebrate the women in your life with a bouquet? It’s the perfect time to recognise achievements, to say thank you, or simply let them know you appreciate them.

Our Ultra Violet bouquet features gorgeous purples and greens with Ocean Song roses, Lissianthus, Clematis and Astrantia, and we have a select range of handcrafted bouquets available to suit all tastes.

Our Mother’s Day flowers range

Each year we launch a brand new Mother’s Day flowers range that our team designs in-store using seasonal flowers, with bouquets available in a range of sizes and to suit a variety of budgets. For each bouquet we choose flowers that are bright and beautiful, and will enclose a handwritten note with your personalised message to your mum.

Our team is dedicated in producing creative floral designs and we think this unique process is reflected in the bouquets, making them the perfect gift! Each bouquet will be fresh and you can pass on our care guide to keep flowers fresh for longer so they can make the most of their present.

If you’re shopping for your mum, also consider some of our beautiful indoor plants and succulents which prove popular throughout the year, and our gifts range that includes cuddly bears and chocolates. With this Mother’s Day being under lockdown restrictions in the UK, it’s the perfect time to show you care.

Tips on picking the perfect bouquet

Choosing to give flowers as a gift is a wonderful choice as they show you’re thinking of someone, are affordable and brighten up any room in the home. They can also help boost people’s mood and general wellbeing, making them pretty powerful gifts.

If you’re looking for some easy tips to pick the perfect bouquet, follow this advice:

• Choose bouquets that include their favourite flowers, colours or scents
• Think about where they might put the bouquet in their home and visualise what might look best
• How much space do they have? Use this to help decide if you can pick a large or deluxe bouquet
• Be aware of any allergies or pets, as some flowers aren’t suitable for cats and dogs

With all that in mind, relax and take it easy! Picking a bouquet should be fun and when it comes down to it, it’s the thought that counts. Our florists have created this beautiful range so that you can’t go wrong!

Speak with our team today

We’re always on hand to help if you’re not sure which flowers your mum or special someone in your life would like the most, and are happy to advise as best we can. We can suggest our most popular bouquets, or if you let us know a bit about their favourite colours or scents, we can suggest the right flowers for them.

Just call us on 01273 770966 or email us at hello@thebrightonflowercompany.co.uk and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

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