Mother's Day

Mother's Day flowers

The one day she is guaranteed to notice.

Mother's Day flowers

Mother's Day is the second-biggest flower holiday of the year, and the one where a thoughtful bouquet goes furthest. It falls on the second Sunday of May, so plan for early May delivery.

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What to send

Pink peonies

Pink peonies

Peak May flowers. Soft, abundant, and special.

A spring tulip bouquet

A spring tulip bouquet

Fresh and cheerful, and long loved.

Fragrant white lilac

Fragrant white lilac

A spring classic with a scent she will remember.

A flower subscription

A flower subscription

Three or six months of flowers is a gift that keeps going.

Tips

Where to order

Our picks for mother's day

Widest range, same-day

1-800-Flowers

Huge catalog, same-day delivery in much of the US, and a price range from modest to splurge. The safe default when the date is close.

Visit 1-800-Flowers
Local florist, same-day

FTD

Orders are often filled by a florist near the recipient, which helps for same-day and sympathy or hospital sends.

Visit FTD
Hand-delivered by local florists

Teleflora

A long-running florist network. Arrangements are made and delivered by a shop near the recipient.

Visit Teleflora

Questions

When is Mother's Day?

The second Sunday in May in the United States. Check the calendar each year, since the date moves.

What are the best flowers for Mother's Day?

Peonies, tulips, ranunculus, and garden roses are all in season in May and look beautiful together.

What if she does not like cut flowers?

A potted plant or orchid lasts longer and is just as thoughtful.

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