Yes, Flowers Have Personalities!
Have you ever noticed that daisies make you feel happy? And gardenias or calla lilies make you feel, oh, maybe a little more glamorous or sophisticated than before you received them? Or have you sensed an urge to carve a pumpkin after placing mums on your front porch? It’s not just you. It’s the flowers; they have personalities, and as such, they influence you in a variety of ways.
So, next time you are sending flowers to a special someone in your life, think about the person, and look for a flower fitting their personality. Or, choose a flower fitting for the occasion you are celebrating. For example, daisies are great for a birthday or to celebrate the birth of a baby – daisies just radiate happiness! Lilies are sometimes popular at religious events – they have a delicate elegance about them that is fitting for a more serious occasion.
Here is our take on some of the “personalities” of a few types of flowers:
Happy/sunny: Daisies, daffodils and tulips would fall into this category. These are great for birthdays, or for any occasion for the person who has a “sunny” personality. They are usually popular with people who like color, creativity, but not too much fluff. In other words, they are not a “fancy” flower, and, as a result, also not as expensive as some more exotic flowers.
Natural/Earthy: This includes live plants, wildflowers and meadow flowers with accents from the woods. These arrangements are popular with those who love getting back to nature, have a generally casual approach to life and love the outdoors. These flowers just make you feel comfortable and a bit like some of the outdoors has been brought inside.
Glamorous/Sophisticated: Asian, exotic and rare flowers are generally popular with those who want to give something more sophisticated, or consider themselves trendsetters who also enjoy living in the moment. Unique arrangements with a few rare, vibrant blooms are favorites.
Romantic: Of course, traditionally, this includes roses, but also anything in a pastel color, with a light fragrance, delicate accents like baby’s breath, and/or lace or ribbon as part of the arrangement. A beautiful vase can also add a romantic element to an arrangement, whether in its coloring, unique type of cut glass, detailing or shape.
Of course, this is merely a sampling of some flower “personalities”, but you get the idea. When choosing flowers for someone special, consider their personality and the personality of the flowers, along with the type of occasion. If you’re not sure, feel free to talk to one of our experts at Ninth Street Flowers – our experienced designers can make some excellent suggestions.
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