Question 1

What flower symbolizes Graduation?

Accepted Answer

There are a few flowers that are the perfect symbolization for a graduation. Carnations are a great graduation flower because they symbolize admiration which can share your congratulations for their hard work. Bay laurel flowers symbolize success and personal achievement, making them another great graduation flower. The pink rose represents reward of virtue, and lastly the clematis symbolizes ingenuity and mental excellence. A graduation bouquet containing one or more of these types of flowers would be the perfect gift to congratulate the grad.

Question 2

Is it appropriate to give flowers at Graduation?

Accepted Answer

Flowers are a perfect and appropriate gift for graduation. A bright and cheerful graduation bouquet is sure to share your joy and congratulations sentiments. Whether you're attending the graduation and want to give them a graduation bouquet after they receive their diploma, or you want a gift to bring to a graduation party, flowers are a universally accepted gift for graduations! If you need more tips on choosing flowers for a graduation, read our blog1!  1: https://www.1800flowers.com/articles/gifting-advice/graduation-flowers

Question 3

How do you choose the right flowers for a graduation ceremony or celebration?

Accepted Answer

Graduation is an important milestone and therefore requires the perfect gift to symbolize all of their hard work and dedication. Choosing the right flowers for a graduation ceremony or celebration can be challenging with so many different options available! However, you can narrow down those options by selecting a flower arrangement that matches either the recipient's personality, their favorite colors, or their school colors. Popular options for graduation flowers include roses, gerbera daisies, orchids, and carnations.

Question 4

What are some creative ways to incorporate flowers into a graduation party or event?

Accepted Answer

There are endless creative ways to incorporate flowers into a graduation party or event! Flowers can be used as centerpieces, adorned on outfits as corsages or boutonnieres1, placed on graduation cakes or even added to graduation caps as a way of decoration2!  1: https://www.1800flowers.com/boutonnieres-corsages  2: https://www.1800flowers.com/articles/flower-crafts/diy-top-of-graduation-cap-decorations-with-flowers

Question 5

How far in advance should you order graduation flowers to ensure availability?

Accepted Answer

It is recommended that graduation flowers be ordered in advance to ensure the widest range of selection available! With 1800Flowers you can select your graduation flowers and schedule your delivery ahead of time so you can focus on the rest of the graduation celebration preparation!

Question 6

Are there any budget-friendly options for graduation flowers?

Accepted Answer

Yes! 1800Flowers’ collection of cheap and affordable flowers1 make for perfect graduation gifts as they are still the same quality of freshness but at a discounted rate! Also make sure to check out 1800Flowers coupons and promo codes2 for any offers available!  1: https://www.1800flowers.com/cheapflowers  2: https://www.1800flowers.com/promo-codes

Question 7

How can you preserve graduation flowers as a keepsake or memento?

Accepted Answer

Preserving flowers from graduation celebrations is a great way to immortalize the hard work and accomplishments of the graduate for years to follow. 1800Flowers’ blog, Petal Talk, has great resources on how to preserve flowers1 and how to preserve flowers with wax2!  1: https://www.1800flowers.com/articles/flower-facts/how-to-preserve-your-flowers  2: https://www.1800flowers.com/articles/flower-facts/how-to-preserve-flowers-with-wax

Question 8

What are some alternative options to flowers for graduation gifts?

Accepted Answer

1800Flowers has more than just flowers to help celebrate graduations this year! If flowers aren’t their thing, no worries! 1800Flowers has a wide range of gifts that are perfect to help ring in this new chapter in their lives! Popular gifts include wine gift baskets, dessert and treats such as popcorn gifts, baked goods or chocolate covered strawberries as well as personalized gifts!

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