Flowers That Mean FriendshipÂ
Every flower has its own symbolism that it conveys to the person receiving. Flower language can be used to send any message that you want. As experienced floral designers, it’s our job to decode those meanings for you. Here are the flowers which specifically mean friendship:
- Daffodils
- Tulips
- Camellia rose
- Lilies
- Chrysanthemums
- Alstroemeria
When you're choosing flowers for a friend, think about the memories you’ve shared and aim to choose flowers that retell those stories.Â
Which Flower Colors Best Represents Friendship?
We have designed friendship flower arrangements for every type of friendship spanning across different generations, if we can give you one piece of advice is that not every flower color says what you think it says.Â
We’ve seen plenty of well-meaning friendship bouquets get rejected because they’re not communicating the right message. Here’s what we tell our clients when they ask for color advice on friendship flowers:
- Yellow - Always a yes.
- Peach - Perfect for mellow more casual friendships.
- Pink - Great if you and your friends are a little (or a lot) codependent
- Lavender - Communicates loyalty
- White - Avoid white for friends, it can come off as cold
- Red - We say skip red, it reads as romantic love
When Is Friendship Day 2025?
Funnily enough Friendship Day is celebrated at different times in different regions. In the USA, Friendship Day is always on the first Sunday in August - this year that falls on 3rd August 2025.
However, in 1998 the United Nations officially declared 30th July every year Friendship Day. This is the date Friendship Day is celebrated globally except for in the USA.Â
Are Flowers A Good Friendship Day Gift?Â
The older we get, the more we realize how rare real friendship is. We may be biased but we love using flowers to celebrate friendship day. You can choose blooms that reflect who your friend is, what colors they love, the style they lean toward, or the mood they bring into a room. It’s a way of saying, I get you.
When Is The Best Time To Send Friendship Flowers?
There’s no need to wait for a special occasion to send friendship flowers. While they’re perfect for occasions like birthdays or Friendship Day, surprising a friend with flowers at any time shows how much you appreciate them and can brighten their day unexpectedly.
Do Cherry Blossoms Mean Friendship?
Cherry blossoms, while beautiful, don't really have a symbolic association to friendship. In Japanese culture they’re more commonly associated with new beginnings and love. However, if you’re looking for alternative gifts, take a look at our Japenese Cherry Blossom candle.
Is There A Rose Called Friendship?
Yes there is. The Camellia Rose is frequently referred to as the "Friendship Rose." It rose to prominence (pardon the pun) as the flower most recommended by florists to rekindle friendships with someone who you’ve drifted apart from.
What Do Red Roses Mean In Friendship?
A red rose bouquet will forever be associated with passionate and romantic love. They’re a gift that you would send to your spouse or partner, not necessarily a friend. Sending red roses to your friend will tell them you want to be more than friends, unless that’s your intention we recommend choosing a different flower.
Can You Help Me Design A Custom Flower Arrangement For My Friends?
We’d love to help you put something meaningful together. Every friendship is different, and we always take the time to understand who it’s for and what you want it to say. Whether your friend is all about color, keeps things classic, or has a wild side, we’ll help you design a friendship flowers bouquet that feels like them.
If you're ready to make it happen, reach out to us here. We’ll talk it through and bring it to life together.
