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Where would we be without our Mums?

They have supported us through every stage of our lives; from wiping our runny noses as kids, school runs and homework, weekend sport taxis, preparing us for our first job, to finally preparing us so that we can stand on our own two feet through our life’s journey. They hold a special place in our hearts, and it’s only fitting that on Mother’s Day we let them know exactly how much they mean to us.

Flowers are a great way to express our feelings, each flower has a unique meaning associated with it, and which flower you choose expresses a certain sentiment for your Mum. Here at ABDO Florist we’ve composed this handy guide to help you select just the right type of flower for Mother’s Day.

Roses

You really can’t go wrong with traditional classical roses. They are universally loved, being the top seller in the Australian market, and also making up over 50% of all flower imports.

Roses make an elegant Mother’s Day gift that can be arranged in a classical bouquet, or with long-stemmed roses as well as being part of a more elaborate boxed arrangement. Roses are a universal symbol of love, depending on your colour selection, you can add an extra level of sentiment on Mother’s Day.

White roses symbolise the purity of motherhood, pink roses signify affection and appreciation while yellow roses represent a close friendship with your mum.

Lilies

If you’re after a truly fragrant flower this Mother’s Day, you can’t go past Lilies. They come in an array of colours and feature a truly lovely fragrance.

Lilies look fantastic in a single or multi-colour bunch. You can add that extra level of sentiment, by choosing a colour that expresses just how you feel about your Mum.

Pink lilies signify love, admiration and understanding; yellow lilies express happiness; white lilies symbolise purity; and finally orange lilies represent warmth in a relationship.

Orchids

If your Mum likes to put flowers on display, orchids are the flower for you. Orchids are highly coveted ornamental flowers that are delicate, exotic and graceful.

They represent love, luxury, beauty and strength. Orchids also have a longer shelf life compared to other types of flowers, providing that extra time to appreciate their beauty.

Tulips

Tulips come into bloom from autumn to early spring, making them ideally timed for Mother’s Day in Australia. They feature pretty colours and have a unique shape, making them a standout compared to other winter flowers.

The most known meaning of tulips is a perfect and deep love. They’re ideal to give to someone who you have a deep, unconditional love for, so who better than for your Mum.

Carnations

Carnations are the most common Mother’s Day flower in many places around the globe, and are becoming increasingly popular in Australia. They are a classical type of flower that add a class of touch, and are available in a variety of rich colours.

If your Mum is particularly religious, she will love carnations. Carnations represent fascination, distinction, and love. According to a Christian legend, carnations grew from the Virgin Mary’s tears as she watched Jesus carry the cross. This is how they became associated with motherly love.

Daisies

Daisies are one of the most well-known flowers around the world where they brighten up wild fields and cultivated landscapes alike. Daisies symbolise innocence, purity, loyalty, patience, and simplicity.

They have a connection to motherhood stretching back to olden times. In Norse mythology, daisies came to symbolise childbirth, motherhood, and new beginnings. This is why they are often given to congratulate new mothers.

Custom Bouquet

If you can’t decide which flower will best suit your Mum on Mother’s Day, why not choose a custom bouquet. A custom bouquet is the perfect way to combine and personalise exactly how you feel about your Mum.

You could couple lilies with traditional roses, to show that deep connection with your Mum while at the same time selecting a classical coloured rose. Or you could pair the innocence and purity of daisies as a background, to the vibrancy of carnations.

The beauty with a custom bouquet is that you’re in control.

Our Mums hold a special place in our hearts. They’re been there for us time and again, so on Mother’s Day it’s only fitting that we let them know how important they are to us. With your choice of flowers you can select a particular sentiment, and customise your flower arrangement to her personal preferences and personality.

Here at ABDO Florist we are experts in the field, during our time in the industry, we’ve supplied flowers to loved mothers throughout greater Sydney for more than 40 Mothers Days.

If you need further guidance, our industry trained friendly professional staff are more than happy to help. They have years of experience behind them and can help you select a flower type that expresses your particular sentiments, or work with you to design a more customised bouquet that is uniquely suited to your Mum.

If you have any questions, or want to get started on your Mother’s Day flowers why not Contact Us today.