Flowers are among the loveliest components of any celebrations – adding colour and a gentle fragrance with their mere presence. And, yes, these gorgeous petalled beauties also speak the silent, but eloquent language of love and romance! Here is a peek into which flower is appropriate for each anniversary year – from the 1st wedding anniversary to your 5th. Learn more about each year’s corresponding flower and its significance – and floor her with your knowledge!

Pansy – flower for the 1st wedding anniversary:

The first year is a delicate year and small wonder that the equally delicate pansy is the flower for this year. Pansy signifies reminiscences of the times shared together. Interestingly, the name ‘pansy’ has been derived from the French word ‘pensie’, which means ‘thought’ or ‘remembrance’. Pansy was believed to be a cure for love problems since its petals were heart-shaped and was said to be one of the ingredients in a Celtic love potion.

Cosmos – flower for the 2nd wedding anniversary:

The name ‘cosmos’ is derived from the Greek word for ‘harmony’ or ‘ordered universe’. The cosmos is a lovely flower and stunning in its simplicity. The flower comes in vivid hues of red, white, pink and purple. An interesting story lies behind how it got its present-day name. It was the Spanish priests who first grew the cosmos flower in their gardens in Mexico. Since the evenly-placed petals of the lovely flower reminded them of the Greek word for a balanced universe, they called the flower ‘cosmos’.

Fuchsia – flower for the 3rd wedding anniversary:

Highly decorative and shaped like giant ‘eardrops’, this beautiful pinkish-purple flower was named after the 16th century German physician and botanist, Loenhart Fuchs. Fuchsia is native to Malaysia and the Southeast Asian countries and came to England in the 18th century. Fuchsia is actually a flowering shrub, easily identified by its bell-like flowers which usually have two-coloured petals. Fuchsia symbolises good taste.

Geranium – flower for the 4th wedding anniversary:

An English gardener, John Tradescant, is credited with introducing the geranium flower to England in 1631 when he bought seeds from Rene Morin in Paris to England. The 4th anniversary flower is also called ‘cranesbill’ due to the shape of its seed which resembles a crane’s bill. Geraniums symbolise a peaceful mind. Fanciful stories surround this 4th anniversary year flower. While white geraniums warded off snakes, the flower was used by the American Indians for medicinal purposes.

Daisy – flower for the 5th wedding anniversary:

Daisy is the symbol of innocence, purity and loyal love and is the quintessential spring flower. It was the petals of the daisy flower that sealed the love fate of Victorian as they chanted ‘he loves me, he loves me not’ while plucking the petals. Daisies also signify undying passion and love for that special someone. The flower is also strongly associated with rekindling old feelings and emotions.

So, the first five anniversaries covered and not a single red rose in sight! Following this custom is almost certainly going to make you appear much more original than when defaulting to giving roses every year. And, because it is all decided for you, it means one less tricky decision next wedding anniversary!

Spring is a season that brings new hope. It is a welcome change from gloomy winter and hot summer. Spring flowers blossom and bloom happily in the sunshine. If your mother’s birthday falls in this season, especially her golden jubilee it becomes even more special. So if you’re confused as to what to get her for this special occasion, then nothing can be special than a refreshing flower arrangement made of lovely spring flowers.

Believe me, you’ll totally take her by surprise her by gifting these lovely fragrant flowers. You can opt for gift baskets with a bunch of beautiful spring flowers. They will be a real delight to look at. The fresh aroma of these basket flowers will not only fill the room with fragrance but will also reminds your mother how much you love her.

Gifts baskets made of sweet smelling spring flowers. They make exceptional flower arrangements they include almost any flower that blossoms in spring. The Fragrant flowers arranged in lovely baskets also portray a touch of nature. These flowers come in a rare blend of beautiful colors, which are just right to bring out the mood of the happy occasion. Your mom will really appreciate the gorgeous spring flowers on a special day like this. You can even write and hang a special note wishing her the blessed years ahead. You will definitely add more colors to the beginning of a new year in her life.

And if you’re planning to throw a small party for her, you can very well decorate your home with these colorful spring flowers. You will certainly impress your guests for hosting such a beautiful and flower-filled party. These spring flowers will not only look attractive, but will also cheer the people around. There is no better way she can celebrate her milestone.