Which Flowers to Send: A Guide for Every Occasion

Not sure which flowers to send? Here is a simple guide from our florists to help you choose the right bouquet for the moment.

Birthdays

Bright, cheerful colours work best. Mixed seasonal bouquets in pinks, oranges and yellows feel celebratory, and pastels suit someone who loves soft tones. Browse birthday flowers.

Anniversaries and romance

Roses are the classic choice: red for passion, pink for admiration and white for devotion. Lush blush bouquets are a softer alternative. Browse anniversary flowers.

Sympathy and condolences

Choose calm whites, creams and greens. A white phalaenopsis orchid is a thoughtful, long-lasting option that doesn't need a vase. Browse sympathy flowers, or see our funeral flowers page for tributes.

Get well and thinking of you

Gentle, fresh bouquets are ideal. If you are sending to a hospital, check their flower policy first, as some wards don't allow flowers or water.

Graduations

Bold, modern bouquets or the graduate's favourite colours. Order ahead for ceremony days. Browse graduation flowers.

Mother's Day

Soft pinks, peonies when in season and orchids are perennial favourites. Mother's Day is our busiest day, so order early. Browse Mother's Day flowers.

Chinese New Year

Orchids and planters symbolise prosperity and good fortune, and red, gold and pink tones are traditional. Browse Chinese New Year flowers.

Still unsure?

Our florist's choice bouquets let us pick the best seasonal flowers of the day. Or call our Kew studio on (03) 9852 9985 and we'll help you choose.