Say “Thank You” to Your Loved Ones With Floral Arrangements

Sometimes, words can’t begin to express what people mean to us. The support and help they provide during trying times — whether it’s helping to move a couch or providing a shoulder to cry on — is what helps us get through to better days.

Sometimes saying “thank you” doesn’t feel like enough. It takes an extra gesture to try and convey one’s gratitude. Flowers have long been a traditional gift to showcase appreciation and affection. Here’s what you need to know about giving flowers as a thank-you gift, and which flowers are right for this purpose.

Why Flowers Are the Perfect Thank-You Gift

There are various reasons why flowers make such a fantastic thank-you gift. First and foremost, they’re simple without being meaningless. They showcase that you’re thinking of them enough to stop and grab a bouquet or spend money ordering one from an online florist. 

Another benefit is that you can send a thank-you flower arrangement from anywhere. You can surprise your best friend from halfway around the world without worrying about customs, postage or delays. 

Flowers are versatile and customizable. You can choose an arrangement based on what your loved one likes and enjoys. Choose a tropical arrangement for your travel-loving aunt or a simple bouquet of your grandmother’s favorite carnations — the options are endless.

Finally, flowers are symbolic. The color and bloom all have a deeper meaning to help you convey your gratitude when words aren’t enough. 

Now, on to the best types of flowers to say “thank you.”

Sunflowers

Sunflowers are rife with symbolism, making them one of the most versatile flowers to give to friends and loved ones. Yellow is one of the top colors associated with friendship, and the blooms themselves are unique, overstated, and stunning to behold. Whether you’re choosing a bouquet of all sunflowers or looking to add one or two for a unique blend, this flower is a great starting point.

One of the many meanings associated with sunflowers is loyalty. This makes sunflowers the perfect symbol for showing how much you value the loyalty of your friend and how loyal you’ll be in return.

Roses

There’s a common misconception that roses symbolize romantic love. However, roses are one of the most versatile blooms to choose from; it’s the colors that have different meanings. 

When choosing roses for your thank-you bouquet, stick to light shades of yellow and orange. Yellow roses are a known symbol of friendship. Peach shades are associated with gratitude and appreciation, making them ideal for a thank-you bouquet. Pink is associated with a general love and appreciation, making them entirely acceptable as well.

Irises

When putting together a thank-you bouquet, adding irises might surprise you as a good choice. However, these flowers are a symbol of admiration. The delicate petals and unique shape of this flower also make it a unique choice for your loved one who prefers a more non-traditional bouquet. 

While there are various shades of irises, the traditional purple tint is ideal for a thank-you bouquet.

Sweet Peas

This delicate spring bloom is often associated with saying goodbye, but it has a secondary meaning of saying “thank you” as well. Florists love these flowers for their small, dainty petals and beautiful shades. Sweet peas make both a great accent flower in a larger arrangement and become a show stopper as the dominant flower in the bouquet.

When choosing sweet peas for your thank-you bouquet, use shades of pink, purple and yellow.

Tulips

Tulips are another versatile flower with many meanings. Like the rose, typically pink and yellow tulips are found in thank-you bouquets. Tulips are symbolic of deep and unconditional love rather than romantic love and look beautiful, both open and closed.

Orchids

The benefit of giving an orchid to your loved one as a thank-you gift is that they endure longer than most cut flowers do. This traditional thank-you gift is potted and requires minimal care and attention. Most orchids prefer to be left untouched in a bright window, receiving a tiny bit of water (or an ice cube) once per week. The orchid is a great symbol of your enduring gratitude.

With these beautiful floral arrangements, you can share your gratitude and appreciation for your loved ones. Surprise them with any of the flowers on this list to make a statement.