Send Flowers

Send Flowers

Flowers can suit almost any occasion: from commiseration to celebration. But it is vital that you send flowers that are appropriate for the occasion. If you get this wrong you run the risk of offending the recipients and putting yourself in an awkward position.

If you are going to send flowers as condolence, you need to be aware of the religious significance of flowers. If the ceremony is centered on the Buddhist religion: do not send flowers that are red. Red is seen to represent happiness in Asia, so this color of flower may be misconstrued as an insult. If the ceremony is based around the Hindu religion, fruit is seen as an appropriate way to offer condolence.

Color is an important consideration when you send flowers, no matter what the religion. White lilies are always a suitable selection, both for their attractive appearance and the fact that white symbolizes peace. The yellow rose is seen to symbolize friendship and joy and the pink rose, femininity. It is important that you know what these colors mean before you send flowers of a certain color.

If you are going to send flowers as a romantic gesture, in particular the red rose, be aware that the amount of red roses can mean different things. The one red rose is the ultimate floral romantic statement. This represents love at first sight and should not be given lightly. Twelve red roses are seen as a proposition, a request for romance. A secret admirer will traditionally give thirteen red roses. So, if you going to send flowers or you have received them, be sure to count how many roses are in your bouquet.