Help me choose flowers to send to my sister -- what are your faves to receive?

[Bertha Venation]

[theNotoriousP.I.G.]

1. Star Gazer Lilies

But they are very fragrant so take that into consideration.

[azmouse]

2. I like live plants.

A mixed planter of live greens with a few flowers is always welcome.

[Chan790]

3. In this situation, peonies.

I'm a big believer in the whole "meanings of flowers" thing...nothing strange or occult, I just think it's classy to be able to send a message with bouquet selection.

Peonies mean "healing"
Yarrows mean "Good health"

Those would be my choices thusly.

Edit: Adding a handy reference. http://www.aboutflowers.com/flower-a-plant-information-and-photos/meanings-of-flowers.html

[annabanana]

15. oooo . .Thanks for the link! . . . n/t

[Bunny]

4. I love gladiolas.

[1gobluedem]

5. Peace roses

Yellow with a tinge of pink.

[Kali]

6. uh, I never get them

on the rare occasion I buy them for myself I tend to go for either a wildflower look, sunflowers, or the other extreme - bromiliads or orchid looking things. Odd succulents or houseplants are what I would really like.

[grilled onions]

7. Instead Of....

I actually would rather see them going to a nursing home,a cancer ward--any place where they can be most appreciated. I have found that those who enjoy life the most, who want to savor every crumb are those in a most fragile state(health wise)and it always gives me a boost to share my "gift" with others and create more smiles then what I would get myself. I find gift givers also appreciate the idea and often go overboard with the bounty knowing that many will enjoy what would have been a gift appreciated only by one.

[Pool Hall Ace]

13. Did you know that Bertha's sister is recovering from surgery?

[grilled onions]

16. No disrespect Intended

This was just my opinion of what I "choose" when others offer to give me flowers.

[Pool Hall Ace]

25. Would you rather receive grilled onions? ;)

Actually, that would be kind of cool. :hi:

[david13]

30. You kids take the flowers. I'll take the grilled onions, with liver, please. Tnx. dc

[Pool Hall Ace]

31. Aaaah! And a nice Chianti??

:scared:

[david13]

32. No, no booze. Liver & onions, green beans, grape juice or lemonade.

[Tuesday Afternoon]

8. Yellow Roses

[MrsMatt]

11. Another vote for yellow roses

My mother, when she lived, always sent me yellow roses for my birthday. She loved roses, and my favorite color is yellow. It was a great compromise!

Haven't had yellow roses sent to me since she died - my husband usually just gives me some bouquet the kids pick out.

[GoCubsGo]

9. I like a mixture.

I'm an orchid fan, but I would be quite happy if someone sent me any one of these or any other mixed bunch:

[Lars39]

10. Does she have allergies at all to flowers in general?

I was laid low by some lilies my husband gave me one anniversary. We joke about it now, but at the time it was horrible.:hi:

[bif]

12. Carnations

Because they last a looooong time!

[rubberducky]

21. That`s my favorite to recieve. yes, they do seem to outlast any other flowers.

[Rabrrrrrr]

14. Roses and orchids.

Love orchids. Love roses.

[EndersDame]

17. Make a pumpkin vase!

Create a Pumpkin Vase
Here's a step-by-step how-to on creating a festive arrangement in a gourd or pumpkin. To keep it easy, we'll use pumpkin in these instructions but remember, if it can hold water, it can be a vase, so let your personality shine through!

1. Be sure the pumpkin can stand upright on its own – cut off the curved bottom to level it if not.

2. Place a small plate or piece of wax paper under the pumpkin to protect your table.

3. Place a cup upside down on top of the pumpkin and trace around the edge of the cup.

4. Use a sharp knife to cut out the circle.

5. Scoop the pulp from inside of the pumpkin and discard.

6. Insert soaked florist's foam or a water-filled cup with a grid of florist's tape to hold the flowers in place. (We don't generally recommend pouring the water directly inside the gourd - a cup or container or foam placed inside works best.)

7. Arrange flowers in the foam as you would any other vase.

[Bertha Venation]

20. Oh, I think that would be lovely...

...if only we weren't 2,600 miles apart.

:)

[EndersDame]

22. I am sorry ! I didn't realize it!

[Bertha Venation]

23. It's okay.

I think it's a lovely idea. A great Thanksgiving centerpiece, for example! :)

[EndersDame]

18. I am drawing a blank on the name

they are usually sold as plants they look kinda tropical I think the fllower is actually colored leaves. they are kind of pointy

[Bertha Venation]

19. THANK YOU ALL

This is what I got her:



It has sunflowers, delphiniums, and roses. I hope the flower place does it somewhat like the picture online, or at least uses the right flowers.

Thanks to everyone for your suggestions!

PS Here's a hint: I got these at aspca.flowerclub.com. Part of the proceeds goes to the ASPCA.

[Lars39]

24. That is gorgeous!

Hope your sis has a full and speedy recovery. :hug:

[old mark]

26. How did it go, BV?

I wish you all the best - Send something bright, like daisies of some sort.

mark

[Gormy Cuss]

27. Freesia.

Beautiful and fragrant.

For a living flower,cyclamens are nice.

[applegrove]

28. Tulips or snap dragons.

[Rising Phoenix]

29. what is the occasion?

I like tulips

[david13]

33. I would say send your sister's favorites. What are her favorite flowers? Send those.