If you haven’t sorted a Mother’s Day present just yet, then look no further.
Florists are advising people to give the “ultimate” in personalisation presents this year - by matching your bouquet to your mum’s star sign.
Flower experts at Bloom & Wild say that more and more parents are identifying their parenting styles to match up to their star sign, so this could be the perfect present to show your appreciation this March.
But what flowers should you be buying? Flower expert Caroline Grimble talks us through our options:
Aries - Daffodils
“Daffodils are the first flower in spring and represent new beginnings, which is why they’re associated with Aries - the first flower of the zodiac wheel,” says Caroline, who recommends the bright-yellow flowers.
“Aries mums are confident and charismatic, which is well matched with daffodils, the symbol of creativity, energy, and vitality,” she added.
Taurus
Not Just for Valentine’s Day, Caroline says a Taurus mum would love a “classic rose” bloom gifted this Mother’s Day.
She said: “Taureans are usually known to be stubborn but sensual, which is why the classic rose is the perfect flower to include in their Mother’s Day bouquet. Yellow and peach roses symbolise gratitude for an added layer of thanks for the leading lady.”
Gemini
Gemini mums wanting a bit of peace and relaxation this year are sure to swoon at a beautiful lavender bouquet, says Caroline.
“To make the playful, harmonious, and curious Gemini mum happy this Mother’s Day, lavender is a good option because of its association with harmony and the power of its scent to deliver relaxation and positive energy, she said. “Lavender is a long-lasting bloom and a potted plant could be planted out into a garden or window box in April.”
Cancer
“Delphiniums are a flower that demand attention, and also symbolise protectiveness, just like the nurturing and protective Cancer,” says Caroline. “Gifting the water sign a bouquet filled with vibrant blue delphiniums is a thoughtful choice. They’re also a very popular flower on Instagram with over 231,000 people sharing the bloom.”
Leo
A fire sign, Leos are renowned for being big and bold - and this doesn’t change in the flower choice.
“Leos are known to be confident, ambitious, and ferociously loyal,” said Caroline. “Sunflowers, the sixth-most popular flower sold on Bloom & Wild in the past year, are big, bright, bold, and the centre of attention in any bouquet, just like their Leo counterparts.”
Virgo
“Hardworking and patient yet stubborn are traits often associated with Virgos,” explains Caroline. “To give a Virgo mother some positive energy, the hydrangea is a great choice. Green hydrangeas in particular represent good fortune and prosperity for the hardworking Virgo mum that probably doesn’t give themselves enough time to rest.”
Libra
Extroverted introvert? If that sounds like your Libra mum, then we have found the perfect bloom for you.
Caroline said: “Libras are best known for their positive, extroverted, and friendly nature. Therefore, potted morning glories are a perfect Libra mum’s gift. Much like their zodiac counterpart, morning glories are extroverted blooms, unfurling their petals in the sun and closing up once the world has gone to sleep.”
Scorpio
Caroline said: “As a fixed water sign, Scorpios are well known for their intense love and devotion. What better to gift them than geraniums which represent love and happiness? Notorious for their potent fragrance, geraniums have aromas of lemon, ginger, rose, and strawberry. The scent of the geranium plant has been thought to promote peace of mind.”
Sagittarius
Social mums need social blooms. Caroline said: “The Sagittarius mother is a confident social butterfly who needs a strong flower to match. Chrysanthemums come in a multitude of colours and are one of the most popular flowers in bouquets around the world. The chrysanthemum’s ability to fit into almost any bouquet is reminiscent of the extroverted, multifaceted Sagittarius.”
Capricorn
Capricorns are known for being “ambitious”, which is why the carnation is perfect for a Capricorn mum.
“Widely known as the ‘flower of the gods’, carnations are a great match for the ambitious and relentless Capricorn mum,” Caroline said. “They are a strong alternative for roses due to their long-lasting nature and fragrance — their endurance bearing a striking similarity to the persistent Capricorn. Carnations are also a widely popular flower to give to mums as they symbolise gratitude and love.”
Aquarius
“Aquarians are known for being trustworthy and authentic, which is why the freesia, a flower that symbolises trust, makes for a failsafe choice,” said Caroline.”Freesias also come in an array of colours, so choosing their favourite colour will take personalisation to the next level.”
Pisces
Empathetic mums will love a classic Iris.
Caroline recommends: “Beautiful irises are an accurate reflection of the compassionate,empathetic and magical Pisces. These flowers are notorious for attracting butterflies, bees and hummingbirds due to their powerful scent. So including the bloom which also represents hope and wisdom, is sure to make for a very happy Piscean mum.”
