Anniversary flowers

Anniversary flowers are about shared history. Skip the generic dozen and think about what you were given or what you carried on the day. A repeat of the wedding bouquet is a gesture most people never forget.

What to send

Blush peonies in a vase

Soft, full, and unmistakably romantic.

A white and cream arrangement

Quiet and elegant. Works for any year.

Preserved roses in a keepsake box

They keep their look for a year or more, so they become part of the home.

The wedding bouquet, recreated

Ask your florist for the same flowers. Most people cry.

Tips

• Traditional gifts help: first year is paper, fifth is wood, tenth is tin. A bouquet with a small matching gift feels considered.
• Order at least three days ahead if you want a specific flower. Peonies are seasonal.
• Pair the flowers with a handwritten note about a specific memory.
• If dinner is the plan, have the flowers waiting at the table or at home before you arrive.