If you’ve been reading H&T for awhile, you probably are aware of my love and obsession with fresh flowers (around my house, on my desk, on tablescapes and the list goes on). I also did a DIY tips & tricks post awhile back. Well, I also enjoy sending or giving flowers too. Imagine that!

Today, I am sharing my top reasons for sending florals to all your favorites.

To Say: Happy Birthday! This one is pretty common but there is nothing better than a surprise bouquet on your big day. Whether you send them to an office or home or even to a dinner, you are certain to brighten the birthday girl’s (or boy’s) day.

On Holidays – Mother’s Day (of course), Christmas, Easter, Valentine’s, the list goes on and on – flowers on these days let your loved ones know you’re thinking of them, especially if you are not able to join or be together.

To Say: I’m Sorry – Boys, listen up! I’m not saying you can do anything you want and then send blooms to save the day but…I am pretty confident I would gladly accept tulips (or peonies) in the form of an apology.

To Say: Get Well Soon – Even if you know someone who is just a little under the weather, flowers have a way of making them feel better. The same is, of course, true for those in the hospital or nursing homes. Brighten up their room!

To Say: Congrats! – New job, promotion at work, graduation, new business – whatever it may be, send away!

For Housewarming – Flowers are a great gift to tote along to a housewarming party or send to a friend or family member who just purchased their first home or moved. They will also provide for decor in a new space and make it feel that much more like home!

On Anniversaries: Again, gentleman – take note. And if you forget, I’m sure services like UrbanStems can still send them quickly “day of”

Engagement/Bridal Showers – Send the newly engaged couple or bride-to-be a bouquet when you find out the good news or perhaps if you can’t attend a shower, you can still be there in spirit!

To Say: Thank You – I say that people don’t write enough handwritten thank you notes in our digital age AND I also say that people don’t send enough flowers to say “thank you”. It’s an easy gesture and lets someone know how much you appreciate them.

New Baby! – No new mom or dad has time to run to the store to grab flowers for the house, send away or to the hospital too. I had a fresh hydrangea arrangement made for my BFF and her new baby boy (wrapped in blue ribbon a la Helen Olivia).

Performances – This is a great idea for your little ones and their dance recitals, plays and even to your musician friends after a great concert.

To Say: Farewell – I sent my old boss an arrangement at our “farewell lunch”.  Time it just right and have the delivery show up while you’re at dinner or lunch, it’s a fun surprise too!

Just Because – This one is pretty self explanatory and goes along with me not needing any excuse to send flowers. This is also the best surprise.

You Deserve It! – Go ahead, send yourself some flowers (I certainly won’t judge) – you can unwrap and brighten up your home, office space, kitchen and you save yourself a trip to the market

Hopefully this list inspires you to send or pick up a fresh bouquet or two for SOS!

Have a wonderful weekend!

{Bloom Photos: @TTHBlooms & Flowers by Krystal}