Sending Roses For Valentine's Day?


Check Out the Morrison's Flowers Rose Buying Guide To Help You Decide What The Right Color Roses To Send!

If society was asked what color of rose is the first that comes to mind, red would be the predominant answer. Red roses are purchased more than any of the other 17 rose colors. Are you surprised there are eighteen different colors of roses? Take some time to look through the various colors and meanings below. It will help you create an arrangement for that special someone.

Black - This color represents the color of death, so it's no surprise the black rose means death. It also means farewell.

Blue - You won't find too many blue roses around your local stores, because they are genetically engineered. If you decide to add a new rose to your arrangement, this one definitely gets attention. It also is a symbol of love and prosperity.

Coral - If you want to express desire then the coral rose should be added to your flower arrangement.

Dark Pink - Sometimes roses are used to thank someone or show gratitude and appreciation. If this is what you want to do, the dark pink rose represents them all.

Dark Red - This rose means unconscious beauty. You will definitely make the receiver blush when you tell them what the dark red rose means.

Deep Burgundy - Same meaning as "dark red rose."

Lavender - Some men love to send roses to a woman after their first or second date. If you want to be a little aggressive, the lavender rose means enchantment and love at first sight.

Light Pink - Admiration, gentleness, gladness, grace, joy, sweetness, and sympathy.

Orange - Even though the orange rose is an odd color, it does represent desire and enthusiasm.

Pale Peach - We believe this is an odd, but beautiful color among the rose family. It's the perfect choice to if the individual receiving the flowers is a modest person.

Peach - Probably the most complex rose of the group, the peach color represents several different meanings; appreciation, closing the deal, gratitude, let's get together, and sincerity.

Pink - Admiration, appreciation, gentleness, grace, perfect happiness, please believe me, and thank you.

Red - Most of us think of the red rose as an "I love you" approach. Oddly enough, the red rose also offers a slew of other meanings; beauty, congratulations, courage, job well done, love, passion, respect, romantic love, and sincere love.

Yellow - Another complex rose is the yellow one. While it can mean delight, friendship, gladness, and joy, it also means jealousy. Keep this in mind before you add it to the arrangement.

White - Innocence and purity. Also the most common used rose at a wedding.

Arranging a variety of the rose colors above can provide the perfect gift of meaning. We also recommend looking at the multiple colored roses:

Red and White - Use these if you want to signify unity.

Red and Yellow - These are a great choice if you're feeling nothing but joy and happiness right now.

Yellow with Red Tip - Surprise with bouquet of these if you are falling in love.

Telling someone how you feel can only be magnified if you express it through an arrangement of flowers.

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Send Birthday Flowers

Just like every month has a birth-stone, each one of them also has a birth month flower. It's a great option, especially since the person receiving the flowers probably doesn't know they have a birth flower.

Here is our Morrison's Flowers Birthday list:

January - Carnation
February - Iris
March - Daffodil
April - Daisy
May - Lily
June - Rose
July - Delphinium
August - Gladiola
September - Aster
October - Marigold
November - Chrysanthemum
December - Poinsettia

Adding Meaning: Even though there are birth month flowers, you can add other months to the bouquet. Showing what you think of a person through flowers can be a very sentimental approach. This is especially true when you tell them what each flower means. Here are some examples:

Carnation - admiration, beauty, distinction, divine love, fascination, gratitude, and pride.
Iris - faith, friendship, hope, my compliments, passion, valor, and wisdom.
Daffodil - happiness, joy, new beginnings, and rebirth.
Daisy - childlike, forever-young, happy-go-lucky, joy, playfulness, and purity.
Lily - honor, humility, purity of the heart, sweetness, and virtue.
Rose - beauty, love, passion, and perfection.
Delphinium - ardent attachment, lightness, levity, and open heart.
Gladiola - infatuation, moral integrity, and strength
Aster - elegance and talisman of love.
Marigold - affection and grace.
Chrysanthemum - happiness, optimism, and perfection.
Poinsettia - good cheer and merriment.

All it takes is a little creativity and you can put together a meaningful bouquet of birthday flowers for friends, family, or co-workers. It's a great way to show them how you feel without saying anything.

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Sending Mother's Day Flowers & Gifts

How many times have you seen men and women grab a bouquet of flowers at the grocery store for Mother's Day? Yes, there are plenty of beautiful arrangements and she will most likely love them, but you probably don't have any idea what you're saying to her. Don't worry, in most cases, she won't know the meaning of each flower either.

However, creating a meaningful arrangement of Mother's Day flowers will go much further. After all she is your mom, and she has sacrificed a lot in order for you to be the person you are today. Express your gratitude with some of these flower ideas below:

Saying I Love You and more

The traditional approach to saying; I love you would be red roses. It definitely puts meaning behind the flowers, but your thoughtfulness should always shine through. If she knows you customized an arrangement based on the meaning of the flowers, they will be more sentimental. In fact, we wouldn't be surprised if she dries a few of them out and adds them to her memory box.

Here are a few different ways to say; I love you and more without using roses:

Pink Carnation - Take the time to add this flower to her Mother's Day arrangement. It's a way to represent love, but also show her gratitude for all she has done over the years.

Red and/or Pink Tulips - While red tulips represent true love, pink ones are all about caring. Be sure to incorporate either one into your Mother's Day arrangement.

Orchids - The orchid is not a common flower used on Mother's Day, but it does offer true meaning. It's the perfect way to express how beautiful she is to you. A daisy flower also represents beauty.

We understand roses are the easiest way to express love. Just remember that your arrangement can say a lot more when you add carnations, orchids, and tulips to the bouquet.

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Sending Funeral Flowers

When attending a funeral, the last thing the survivors are thinking about is the meaning behind the flowers. Most people are looking for a pretty bouquet, but when viewing all of them together, everything tends to look the same. Let your arrangement stand out by choosing using some of the funeral flower ideas below:

When Words Fail - Trying to describe how someone touched your life is difficult when they pass away. When words fail, consider using the flowers to express your condolences, gratitude, respect, and sympathy. Here are a few examples to consider:

Carnations - There are various colors attached to carnations. They are also one of the most common funeral flower arrangements given to the survivors. If you arrange a bouquet of pink, red, and white carnations you will be showing admiration, innocence, love, and remembrance.

Cyclamens - This arrangement is not used very often as a funeral flower. However, they represent the meaning of goodbye, so it could be the right choice for the service you're attending.

Forget Me Nots - One of our favorite funeral flower ideas would be the forget-me-nots. They mean you have faithful love and good memories about the deceased. This is one choice you will have to explain in the card, because most people do not know the meaning behind them.

Gladioli - If you are attending a traditional funeral service, the gladioli might be the perfect choice. It tells the survivors you thought the deceased showed moral integrity, was always sincere, and he or she showed a strength of character like no other.

 Lily - Even though we usually associate the lily with Easter, it's a common funeral flower. During a funeral, the meaning of the lily is innocence that has been restored to his or her soul. Whether they were a good person or not, the idea is that they have reverted back to when you remember the good things about them.

Funeral flower ideas are all about knowing and understanding the meaning behind each arrangement. It's one of the reasons why many people decide to customize their arrangement to truly tell how they feel about the deceased.

 

Buying flowers online

Over the years, people have wondered how buying flowers from Morrison's Flowers could benefit them.  We've heard all the questions imaginable, and today we want to provide you with the answers.  They will give you a clear indication on why online flower purchasing is your best choice.

#1 Will the Flowers Die?

Wondering if the flowers will die by the time they get to your doorstep has always been the biggest concern.  Since this online flower shop is our primary business, we take great pride in sending you a fresh selection of flowers no matter what the situation.  We are able to do this because online flowers do not get handled by as many places or people as local flower shop and grocery store flowers.

#2 Is Online Purchasing Faster?

Purchasing flowers online is much faster than picking them out at the local store.  Our online florist shop has a variety of ideas to help you make a decision.  We spend a lot of time creating the perfect arrangement for any occasion, and we're sure to have the right one for you.

Local store purchases take a lot longer, and a lot of the florists will not want to cater to your needs and likes.  Instead they will tell you what they would do.  Sometimes this ends up to be a long, drawn out process, or a major disappointment.

#3 Do You Offer a Bigger Selection than a Local Store?

Yes.  Our online florist shop will have several flowers you won't be able to find in local stores.  This is because we want you to provide every meaningful flower in your arrangement.  Local florists are cost oriented and will only have inventory based on their previous year's numbers.

After all, they do not want to waste their investments; therefore the selection will be limited.

#4 Why would your online store be more convenient?

One thing to remember about the Internet is its accessible twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, and fifty-two weeks out of the year.  If you work 2nd shift and want to buy flowers at two o'clock in the morning, it's possible with through our online florist shop.

Local flower shops usually open around 9am to 10am, and sometimes later.  They also close much earlier than retail stores.  In the working world, it leaves you with a limited window of opportunity.

Plus, you never have to leave your home to make a purchase.  Sometimes you don't find the right arrangement locally until you've visited three or four stores.  When you factor in the time spent traveling from one place to another and the gas being used, the Internet is more efficient approach.

#5 Will my deliver get there on time?

We pride ourselves on making sure your arrangement reaches it destination promptly.  We understand this is a time-sensitive business, so one of our main goals is making sure your flowers are on-time.  Local stores can easily get backed-up, especially during the holidays.

In the end, purchasing flowers from our online florist shop is much easier than heading to the local store.  We ensure quality, timeliness, and the best selection of flowers money can buy.