Flowers have carried messages for centuries. The meanings below come from tradition and florist custom, and they vary between cultures, so use them as a guide and choose what the person you're sending to will love. Each flower links to where you'll find it at Tanella Flowers.
Roses by colour
- Red roses are often associated with love, romance and passion: a natural choice for anniversaries and "I love you". At Tanella: Rouge Macaron, Red Velvet Rose Bouquet, Red Rose Vase.
- Pink roses are often associated with admiration, gratitude and affection. Pale pink feels gentle; deep pink and fuchsia say "thank you". Good for Mother's Day, thank-yous and birthdays. At Tanella: Fuchsia Flame, Magenta, Amethyst.
- White roses are often associated with purity and new beginnings, which makes them a favourite for weddings and new babies. At Tanella: Almond Chantilly, White Rose Vase.
- Orange roses are often associated with energy, enthusiasm and celebration: congratulations, graduations and new jobs. At Tanella: Honeyburst, Spray rose orange babe Vase.
- Lilac and lavender roses are often associated with enchantment and "love at first sight", for someone special. At Tanella: Lilac Charm, Light Purple Rose Vase.
- Yellow roses are often associated with friendship and joy: for friends, get-well wishes or just because. At Tanella: Citrus Soufflé, Yellow Spray Roses Vase.
Spray roses carry several small blooms on each stem. They share the colour meanings above, with a softer, fuller look.
Sunflowers
Sunflowers are often associated with warmth, happiness and loyalty, because they turn their faces to the light. They suit get-well wishes, friendship, graduations and brightening someone's day. At Tanella: Sunflower Shortcake, Sunflower Crumble, Sunflower Muffin.
Tulips
Tulips are often linked with deep love and fresh starts:
- red for a declaration of love;
- pink for care and affection;
- white for forgiveness and new beginnings.
They are lovely for apologies (white), spring birthdays and new homes. At Tanella: Tulip Ile de France Vase (red), Tulip dynasty Vase (light pink), Tulip royal virgin Vase (white).
Orchids
Orchids are often associated with beauty, refinement and strength; white orchids suggest elegance and respect. They suit thank-yous, corporate gifts and new homes. At Tanella: Pearl Orchid (a white orchid on a moss ball), and as an accent in the Red Velvet Rose Bouquet.
Hydrangeas
Big, cloud-like blooms often associated with gratitude and heartfelt feeling. Blue reads calm; white reads graceful. At Tanella: Blue Mist, Vanilla Cloud, Skyfall, Ocean.
Eustoma (lisianthus)
Rose-like ruffled petals, often associated with appreciation and charm, and a favourite in wedding designs. At Tanella: Eustoma Pink Vase, Eustoma Purple Vase, Eustoma White Vase.
Mathiola (stock)
Tall, scented spikes, traditionally a symbol of lasting beauty and contentment: a good pick for birthdays, anniversaries and Mother's Day. At Tanella: Mathiola Lavender Vase, Mathiola Dark Purple Vase.
Chrysanthemums
In many cultures a sign of joy, optimism and long life; white chrysanthemums stand for honesty and loyalty. At Tanella: Chrysanthemum Superstar Vase, Chrysanthemum Spray White Vase.
Which flowers for which occasion
- Get well soon: sunflowers, orange or yellow roses; add a «الحمد لله على السلامة» pick from the Golden Acrylic Accessory.
- New baby: soft pink or white roses, blue hydrangeas; add a newborn balloon.
- Graduation: sunflowers or orange roses; add a «مبروك التخرج» pick from the Arabic Acrylic Accessory.
- Love and anniversaries: red roses, or one of our gift bundles.
- Thank you and teachers: pink roses, eustoma or orchids, with a card message (ideas in English and Arabic).
- Sorry: white tulips or soft pink roses, with a heartfelt note.
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