A bouquet of flowers can be the perfect gift for your partner on your anniversary. The key is to select the perfect bouquet for this very special day.
1. Let Location Determine Style
Where are you planning to hand over the bouquet? If you will be presenting it at home, then a simple bare stemmed bouquet works well because your recipient can quickly place it in a vase of water. If you will be sending the bouquet to their office, consider a potted arrangement that they can use to brighten up their work space for the coming weeks or months. For a gift to be given at an event, such as a restaurant, opt for a small bouquet, either bare stemmed or in a small vase, so that it doesn't take up too much room at the table.
2. Consider Your Wedding Flower
Your wedding flower likely has a lot of meaning to you and your partner. Using this flower as the centerpiece for the bouquet shows that you remember and treasure that special day. If you don't have a wedding flower, you can use another bloom that holds a lot of meaning for you, your partner, or both. For example, recreate the bouquet you gave on your first date, or build the bouquet around your partner's favorite blossom.
3. Add In the Anniversary Bloom
There is a flower associated with each anniversary year. You can use this flower alone, or even combine it with your wedding flower or another flower with special meaning for you and your partner. For example, the first anniversary is often associated with carnations, while irises are given for the 25th anniversary. Select flowers in a color that complement the others in the bouquet or opt to use the flower variety in your partner's favorite color. A florist can guide you to the correct flower for your anniversary.
4. Avoid Messy Options
Some flowers are simply messier than others. Lilies, for example, can have long pollen-covered stamens that leave yellow or orange stains everywhere. If you have your heart set on lilies or a similar messy flower, make sure you upgrade the bouquet to use flowers that have had the stamens removed before arranging. Not only will this eliminate pollen stains on clothing, but it will also ensure the pollen doesn't make unsightly stains on pale-colored petals.
Contact a florist to learn more about the anniversary flower arrangement options that are available.