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Long before anniversary gifts came in boxes, couples marked each year together with a flower. Every milestone has its own bloom, and each one carries a meaning that grows with the relationship. Whether you are celebrating your first year or your fiftieth, here is the complete guide to anniversary flowers by year.
The Anniversary Flower List
- 1st anniversary: Carnation. Young, passionate love that is just beginning.
- 2nd anniversary: Lily of the Valley. Humility, sweetness and a return to happiness.
- 3rd anniversary: Sunflower. Warmth, loyalty and strength.
- 4th anniversary: Hydrangea. Gratitude and a deep understanding between two people.
- 5th anniversary: Daisy. Innocence and faithful love.
- 6th anniversary: Calla Lily. Beauty and devotion.
- 7th anniversary: Freesia. Trust and friendship.
- 8th anniversary: Lilac. Confidence and the joy of first love.
- 9th anniversary: Bird of Paradise. Joy and a sense of adventure.
- 10th anniversary: Daffodil. Happiness and new beginnings.
- 11th anniversary: Tulip. Perfect, enduring love.
- 12th anniversary: Peony. Honour, prosperity and a happy marriage.
- 13th anniversary: Chrysanthemum. Friendship, joy and optimism.
- 14th anniversary: Dahlia. Dignity and a lasting commitment.
- 15th anniversary: Rose. Deep love, the flower of romance itself.
- 20th anniversary: Aster. Patience and wisdom.
- 25th anniversary: Iris. Faith, hope and the promise of more to come.
- 28th anniversary: Orchid. Rare beauty and refinement.
- 30th anniversary: Lily. Devotion and pride in what you have built.
- 40th anniversary: Gladiolus. Strength of character and integrity.
- 50th anniversary: Yellow Rose and Violet. Joy, friendship and a love that has lasted a lifetime.
Why Roses Work for Every Anniversary
The rose belongs to the fifteenth year, but it has quietly become the flower for every year. Red speaks of passion, white of new beginnings, pink of gratitude and champagne of admiration. If you want to say something specific, our guide to rose colour meanings will help you choose the perfect shade.
Not sure how many to give? Each number carries its own message, from a single rose for love at first sight to a hundred roses for complete devotion. Our How Many Roses guide explains them all.
Giving the Traditional Flower in a Way That Lasts
The one problem with fresh anniversary flowers is that they fade within a week, long before the memory does. That is why so many couples now choose flowers that last a year or more. Real blooms are preserved at their peak, so they keep their natural look and soft feel with no water and no care.
Here is how to match a few of the traditional years with an arrangement that lasts:
- 4th anniversary, hydrangea: our Garden Diora or the rich violet Lavande.
- 12th anniversary, peony: the soft blush Le Nuage or the powder blue Le Ciél.
- 13th anniversary, chrysanthemum: Lavande, layered with lilac chrysanthemums.
- 14th anniversary, dahlia: the bold fuchsia Warhol.
- 15th anniversary, rose: our heart shaped Kardia or the show stopping Grand Fiorella with over 100 roses.
- 30th anniversary, lily: Renoir, finished with a single white lily.
A Gift That Outlasts the Celebration
An anniversary is a celebration of time, so it makes sense to give something that lasts. Browse our full collection of anniversary flowers, each one handcrafted in Toronto and delivered across the GTA, Canada and worldwide.
