Mother’s Day flowers
Soft, generous and very personal.
What to send
CarnationsNot safe for cats and dogs · Low pollen & scentPeoniesNot safe for cats and dogs · Has pollen or a strong scentRosesPet-safe · Low pollen, except someHydrangeasNot safe for cats and dogs · Low pollen & scent
Colours
Her favourites; otherwise soft pinks and creams. Pink carnations are the tradition.
What to avoid
Leaving it late: florists are busiest that weekend, so order early or set it up in Forget-Me-Not.
Card message ideas
“Happy Mother’s Day to the best mum there is.”
“For everything you do. Love you, Mum.”
“Thank you for always being there.”
How much to spend
A thoughtful gesture: $45 to $70
Generous: $75 to $120
Something special: $120 and up
Design mother’s day flowers on Bloom
Generous: $75 to $120
Something special: $120 and up
Flower meanings are traditional and vary between cultures. Pet safety follows Bloom’s own list, based on the ASPCA’s: if a pet eats any part of a plant, call your vet straight away.