Back in the Middle Ages, roses helped people express feelings of love and sympathy for each other. Today, the assortment of these flowers includes a large number of varieties that differ in shades and shape of the buds. There is even a “tongue of roses”, knowing which, you can always choose a bouquet for the occasion.
Instructions
Step 1
Roses are considered universal flowers. They will be appropriate for both sorrow and joy. They are given to both men and women. The most important thing is to choose the right color.
Step 2
If the occasion is solemn, for example, an anniversary, feel free to give pale pink roses. They will tell you about your sympathy. For your wife's birthday or your own wedding, as a token of gratitude to your mother-in-law, you can present flowers of a rich bright pink color. Yellow roses are often presented for birthdays. This color does not mean separation at all, on the contrary, it is a symbol of friendship, recognition and respect. Also, the mother-in-law will certainly appreciate the bouquet of peach roses. They look gentle and festive, while indicating the modesty of the giver.
Step 3
You can surprise your mother-in-law with green and blue roses. Such flowers are bred artificially and mean mystery, generosity. Before giving an original bouquet, ask your wife about her mother's reaction to extraordinary gifts.
Step 4
To express your feelings towards the mother-in-law, roses of red and burgundy shades are not suitable, they mean ardent feelings of passion and love. Your intentions can be misinterpreted. You should also refrain from a bouquet of white roses, a symbol of tender and pure love. Although it all depends on the occasion, for example, on a wedding anniversary, such flowers will be very useful.
Step 5
Having decided on the color of the roses, think about their number, because this also matters. For example, three roses are a symbol of love. With the help of five roses, you can wish happiness and good luck. A bouquet of nine roses will tell about your admiration and pride in a woman. For your wedding anniversary, give a bouquet of nineteen roses. This number is a symbol of a long family life. For a birthday, you can make a bouquet of the number of flowers, how old the mother-in-law is. However, be careful, firstly, the number should not be even. And, secondly, some women perceive such bouquets as another reason to remind them of their age.
Step 6
In order for the bouquet you donated to last as long as possible, you need to choose fresh flowers. Pay attention to the outer petals. They should not be lethargic, while they may differ in color. Some florists are tricky and remove the petals that give away a spoiled flower. To avoid this, choose lush and moderately firm buds. Flowers that have fully opened will last for several days. The ideal option is to open the bud to half or two-thirds of its volume.
