You do not need to know someone's favourite flower to send them a thoughtful bouquet. In fact, many flower orders are chosen without knowing exactly what the recipient normally likes.
Start With the Occasion
The reason you are sending flowers is usually the easiest place to begin. A birthday can suit brighter colours, an anniversary may call for something more romantic, while thank-you or thinking-of-you flowers can be kept relaxed and cheerful.
Think About Colour Rather Than Flower Type
If you know anything about the recipient's tastes, colour can be more useful than trying to choose a particular variety. Think about how they decorate their home, the colours they often wear or whether their style tends to be colourful or understated.
Choose a Mixed Bouquet
A balanced mixed bouquet is a dependable option when you are unsure. Rather than focusing on one particular flower, it allows different shapes, textures and colours to work together.
Let the Florist Choose
A florist's choice arrangement can also be a good option. It gives the florist flexibility to select flowers that work naturally together rather than forcing a particular combination.
The most important part is rarely the exact flower variety. Receiving an unexpected bouquet and knowing someone was thinking of you is usually what makes the gift special.
