We all know that there is an ancient tradition of giving those you care for beautiful flowers. From Shakespeare to screen it's a classic gesture. A clich? is inevitably something that is done again and again, which in any other walk of life would be a sign of something being successful. And just because something has been done before doesn't mean you can't make it your own. Avoid the more hackneyed gestures of flower giving, and be a bit creative.
Rather than sending a dozen red roses on Valentine's Day, for instance, why not make a deliberate effort to discover which flowers your loved one likes best, and then ask a florist to make up a special bouquet that is tailored to your specifications. And, while you're at it, how about making this a spur-of-the-moment gesture? Valentine's Day is great, but if you take the initiative and surprise your partner with flowers on an otherwise run-of-the-mill day, they'll feel all the more special.
Otherwise, you can try breaking away from the norm of roses and lilies, and find some exotic flowers to include in your bouquet. Flowering Kale, for instance, produces a bloom that resembles a purple, decorative hybrid of a flower and a vegetable, but when combined with other flowers makes for a unique and unusual bouquet. Why not take a trip to your local florist and pick out the most eccentric, outlandish looking flowers for a change? They'll certainly brighten up a room!
For people wanting a truly unique way to send flowers, all it takes is a bit of research. Marks and Spencer, for example, have invented a chocolate wrapper that grows into flowers! Once the recipient has eaten the chocolate, they can plant the seeded paper and grow beautiful Candytuft flowers, which attract certain species of butterfly. Or perhaps you could try making your bouquet a little more personal to the recipient. Pick a theme that matches their personality, or you could even include a photograph of poem that will let them know you're thinking of them.
Ultimately, it can pay to be a bit more imaginative with your romantic gestures. To get some expert advice, why not head to your local florist? Companies like Interflora have florists in Liverpool, Birmingham and many other cities, and will be happy to help you create a creative bouquet for your partner. So step back from clich's, and provide a romantic gift that really will be remembered.
Maricruz Tennill was impressed with Interflora's online service, and, as a digital writer, penned this article about florists in Liverpool.
