Wedding anniversaries are a beautiful way to celebrate love, commitment, and the journey of marriage. Each milestone holds special significance, and flowers are timeless in expressing those emotions. At Flower Power, we believe every anniversary deserves to be celebrated with the perfect blooms that symbolize your bond.
Here’s a guide to the traditional flowers for each milestone anniversary and their meanings, to help you choose the perfect arrangement:
1st Anniversary – Carnations
Meaning: Admiration & New Love
Carnations symbolize the fresh beginnings of your married life. Their vibrant colors and delicate petals reflect the joy of a blooming relationship.
2nd Anniversary – Cosmos
Meaning: Harmony & Joy
Cosmos represents the deeper understanding and balance you’ve cultivated in your second year together. Their intricate beauty mirrors the richness of your bond.
3rd Anniversary – Sunflowers
Meaning: Adoration & Strength
Sunflowers stand tall, always turning towards the sun. They symbolize the resilience and loyalty you’ve built in your marriage, as well as the warmth of your love.
4th Anniversary – Geraniums
Meaning: True Friendship
Geraniums embody happiness and togetherness, representing the strong friendship that underpins your marriage.
5th Anniversary – Daisies
Meaning: Innocence & Fidelity
Daisies signify trust and enduring hope, much like the purity of your vows and the commitment you’ve upheld over five years.
10th Anniversary – Daffodils
Meaning: Renewal & Joy
A decade of love deserves bright daffodils, symbolizing the joy and fresh energy you bring to each other’s lives.
15th Anniversary – Roses
Meaning: Passion & Gratitude
Roses, the ultimate symbol of love, are perfect for celebrating fifteen years of passion and gratitude in your partnership.
20th Anniversary – Asters
Meaning: Patience & Elegance
Asters signify two decades of growing together with patience, understanding, and grace.
25th Anniversary – Irises
Meaning: Faith & Royalty
Irises celebrate the silver anniversary with elegance and symbolize the faith and strength of your union.
30th Anniversary – Lilies
Meaning: Commitment & Devotion
Lilies represent the purity and devotion of a relationship that has thrived for three decades.
40th Anniversary – Gladioli
Meaning: Strength & Honor
Gladioli, with their tall stems and bold blooms, symbolize the strength, integrity, and love that has carried you through 40 years.
50th Anniversary – Yellow Roses & Violets
Meaning: Long-lasting Love & Loyalty
The golden anniversary is celebrated with yellow roses and violets, a harmonious pairing that signifies the loyalty and everlasting love of a half-century together.
60th Anniversary – Orchids
Meaning: Love & Luxury
The diamond anniversary is a testament to a rare and enduring love, and orchids perfectly represent this milestone. Their exotic beauty and elegance symbolize luxury, strength, and the uniqueness of your bond.
70th Anniversary – Peonies
Meaning: Prosperity & Good Fortune
Seventy years of love is a remarkable achievement. Peonies, with their lush blooms and rich symbolism, celebrate the prosperity, honor, and good fortune of a love story that has stood the test of time.
How to Make Your Anniversary Special with Flowers
Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, the right flowers can elevate the moment. At Flower Power, we can create custom arrangements to capture your unique story.
Pro Tip: Include a handwritten note sharing the flower’s meaning or a special memory to add a personal touch.
Visit us at Flower Power or call us at 781-762-1176 to order a meaningful arrangement for your upcoming anniversary. Let us help you celebrate your journey of love!
What anniversary are you celebrating next? Share your story in the comments or stop by our shop to find the perfect blooms!
