An important milestone best celebrated with family and friends, graduation is just as important as birthdays. This traditional ceremony marks the end of an academic journey and the start of new, yet exciting possibilities. Since the 12th century, universities in Europe have celebrated this event with caps and gowns to recognise students’ academic achievements. If someone you know is graduating, sending flowers is a thoughtful way to congratulate and acknowledge their hard work and achievement.
Whether graduating from college, high school, or completing graduate studies, flowers are absolutely perfect to mark this occasion. And if you’re wondering which blooms work best for congratulatory bouquets, read on as we share the best graduation flowers to say well done!
Celebrate Success with Blooms
Graduation is a celebration of success. It is the time to recognise all the hard work and sacrifices someone has put into their studies, from pulling all-nighters to missing weekends with friends. As they finally don that gown and toss their caps, the celebration begins with families and friends hugging—and congratulating graduates with flower bouquets. Marking this occasion with bright and beautiful blooms is not just for puffery. Flowers have an emotional impact that can make someone feel overjoyed and well-loved.
But how do you choose the best graduation flowers? And what do these blooms mean for graduation? Well, choosing the right flowers is not about which is the most pretty of them all. Each bloom represents something, so knowing what they symbolise is the first step to creating a gorgeous graduation bouquet. And if you’re in Aberdeen, you’re in luck! Check out our Florist Choice Graduation Bouquet, a stunning bespoke creation—crafted with the freshest and most vibrant seasonal flowers that perfectly capture the spirit of success.
Best Graduation Flowers
Now, let’s dive into the best graduation flowers to celebrate success and send good wishes. The key to creating a meaningful graduation bouquet is to pick not just the best, but the right flowers. As mentioned earlier, each flower has its own meaning. And to celebrate this special moment, we’ve rounded up the most radiant and colourful blooms that are perfect to wish someone a brighter future.
Here are some of the best options to craft a cheerful graduation flower bouquet:
Carnations
A timeless bloom to show admiration for someone, carnations or clove pink is ideal for graduation bouquets. It is loved by many for its showy, ruffled, and lovely petals, making it a great choice for floral arrangements and celebrations. Carnations symbolise accomplishment, admiration, and pride. Red carnations convey admiration and affection, while white varieties signify unconditional love and good luck.
Daisies
Another classic choice for graduation bouquets, white daisies are the epitome of purity, innocence, and new beginnings. This fresh and vibrant bloom represents joy and cheerfulness that can surely uplift anyone’s mood. Daisies are versatile flowers that come in wide-ranging colours. Yellow varieties are ideal for occasions as they symbolise happiness. Pink daisies are also great for bouquets to show love and admiration.
Hydrangeas
One of the world’s most beautiful flowers, hydrangeas is known for its eye-catching large flowerheads. These large clusters of showy blooms look similar to pom-poms, so it is often used for bouquets. In some cultures, hydrangeas are associated with apology and regret. But in general, these charming flowers symbolise abundance, appreciation, gratitude, and prosperity. Pink hydrangeas mean sincerity and love, while purple represents wealth and royalty.
Lilies
Historically known as a symbol of innocence, lilies are beautiful and fragrant flowers associated with fertility and purity. It also symbolises grace, renewal, transition, and new beginnings. Lilies are often used for congratulatory bouquets—thanks to their large and flamboyant blooms. Many believe that lilies also bring new opportunities and radiate elegance. If you’re considering lilies for your floral arrangement, go for white and pink varieties since they represent success, prosperity, and hope.
Orchids
Considered as one of the world’s oldest flowering plants, orchids are also referred to as exotic flowers. This exquisite and captivating bloom embodies sophistication, refinement, and elegance. It represents beauty, success, resilience, strength, and a new beginning—ideal for celebrating milestones in life. Lilies’ extraordinary allure also makes them great for posh events.
Roses
Roses are often used to express love for someone. But did you know? It is also a good choice for graduation bouquets. Yes, you read that right! Roses are perfect for celebrations since they are associated with appreciation, congratulations, and new beginnings. Red roses signify admiration, passion, and achievement. Yellow roses represent success and the beginning of a new journey, making it ideal for graduation.
Sunflowers
Sunflowers are vibrant flowers known for their sunny appearance that can bring joy to occasions. It represents adoration, happiness, and loyalty—and is associated with warmth, positivity, and strong will. Aside from its large and flashy appearance, these blooms work great for graduation bouquets because they symbolise optimism, success, good luck, and new beginnings.
Tulips
Sending someone you deeply love a bouquet of tulips can surely make them feel overjoyed, especially if they are celebrating an important milestone in life. And tulips are a fail-proof choice as they symbolise ambition, growth, and new beginnings. They also come in different colours, like white for purity, yellow for happiness, and red for deep, unconditional love.
Wrapping Up
Graduations are a once-in-a-lifetime event that is worth celebrating with your loved ones. As graduates welcome a new chapter in life, sending them congratulatory bouquets will make this occasion more special and meaningful. However, choosing the right flower arrangement is not an easy feat. But with the help of experts, crafting the best graduation bouquet is just a piece of cake.
At Anastasia Florists, our expert floral designers can help you handcraft a stunning graduation bouquet to make your celebrations a success—just like your beloved graduates. Check out our bespoke Florist Choice Graduation Bouquets that are carefully crafted for graduates, the perfect gift to reward them for their years of hard work and perseverance. This floral arrangement is available in Aberdeen and for next-day delivery.
