If flowers really do have a language all their own, you don’t want them saying that you don’t know the recipient well.
Ordering an appropriate flower arrangement takes a little more thought than just reciting a credit-card number over the phone. Lori Stowe of the FTD Association, a floral trade organization, suggests:
– Even if it seems obvious, tell the florist what occasion you’re ordering the flowers for.
– Tell him or her something about the recipient–how old the person is, whether it’s a male or female, your relationship to the person and what sentiment you wish to express.
– Note outstanding personality traits that may help determine the design, as well as color preferences or the color scheme and decor of the person’s home.
– If you can, tell the florist where the arrangement will be displayed. Vertical arrangements work best where surface space is limited, such as in a hospital room or office, while horizontal arrangements work well on dinner tables.
