Which Flowers Are the Most Romantic to Propose With?

As we move into the festive season, not everyone has Father Christmas on their mind. For many, it’s romance taking centre stage. According to some estimates, as many as 15–43% of all engagements occur between Christmas and New Year's. In 2020, Bridebook estimated that over 100,000 engagements occurred during the Christmas season. So, if ever there was a time to talk about romantic flowers, this has to be it!

Proposals and flowers go hand in hand. The question is, which are the most romantic flowers to choose when you want to pop the question?

The Top Five Most Romantic Flowers for Proposing With

Roses

Roses are the absolute classic flower when it comes to love and romance. The red rose is iconic, it’s symbolism never in doubt. Synonymous with passionate, ardent love, it’s the go-to for all old-fashioned romantics. But the other roses aren’t to be over-looked. White roses are associated with all the key components of marriage – eternal love, new beginnings, and hope. While pink roses symbolise love, happiness, gratitude, and admiration.  So, whichever colour you choose, roses are hard to beat when it comes to romance.

Orchids

While there’s no denying the rose’s serious romantic credentials, it’s not the only bloom worth considering. Orchids are an emblem of eternal love. They have been since the time of Ancient Greece. Representing beauty, strength, and charm, they are as interesting as they are lovely.

Peonies

Big and blousy, and available in a riot of colours, peonies can’t help but make a big impression… Which is kind of what you’re looking for when proposing. While they’re a popular choice as wedding flowers, they’re also amazing for a proposal. Partly because of their incredible wow-factor. And partly because they are known to symbolise love, romance, passion, and future happiness.

Carnations

Carnations aren’t as popular as they once were. Probably because they’re so widely available. But that’s a real shame because they have a lot to offer. Traditionally, they were a symbol of love, commitment, and lasting devotion. Which is why they became a popular choice for weddings. But they’re also delicate, pretty flowers with distinctive scent. And as they can last up to 21 days in a vase, they have additional value.

Tulips

Tulips are known to have gained their name through resembling the shape of two lips. Which makes them rather appropriate for the occasion. A symbol of undying love and new beginnings, they carry the perfect sentiment for an engagement. And they’re one of the most popular flowers in the UK, which means that your intended is almost guaranteed to like them. Tulips come in so many colours and forms that the only difficulty you’ll face is deciding which ones they’ll like best.

So many flowers are associated with romance. The gerbera is symbolic of loyalty and love, the daisy is for dreams and new beginnings, gardenias symbolise beauty, hope, purity, and love, while lilies represent tenderness and pure, everlasting love.

Flowers can add so much to a proposal. They’re beautiful, symbolic, and provide a tangible way to mark the occasion. But choose carefully, because the flowers you propose with will inevitably become your partner’s favourite blooms.

Are you looking for inspiration for your proposal flowers? Blue Florist can help!