What type of flower is best for a birthday?

Roses, gerbera daisies, sunflowers, lilies and mixed bouquets are the most popular birthday flowers. The best one depends on who it is for: roses for a partner, bright mixed flowers for a friend, and fragrant lilies or alstroemeria for family.

What's a good birthday flower to send?

• Roses: classic and romantic, in red, pink or peach.
• Gerbera daisies and sunflowers: cheerful, for friends and anyone who needs a lift.
• Lilies: elegant and fragrant, good for a milestone birthday.
• Mixed bouquets: a safe choice when you do not know their favorite.

What flower symbolizes a birthday?

Each month has a traditional birth flower with its own meaning. January has the carnation, February the violet, March the daffodil, April the daisy, May the lily of the valley, June the rose, July the larkspur, August the gladiolus, September the aster, October the marigold, November the chrysanthemum and December the narcissus. A bouquet built around their birth flower feels personal.

Add a card with a short message and the flowers become a keepsake.

Choosing by age and style

For a milestone birthday, a fuller arrangement with roses or lilies feels like an occasion. For a younger recipient, bright gerberas and sunflowers match the mood. If they love plants more than cut flowers, a small potted plant or an orchid lasts longer and makes a thoughtful alternative to a bouquet.