If you are thinking of giving a gift of flowers to a man, (perhaps for your dad on Father’s Day), but are not quite sure which types are appropriate or male savvy, check out the list below for some hints, meanings, and short descriptions.
Agaves - The agave is a rosette of thick, fleshy leaves, usually ending in a sharp point. The leaves appear to grow directly from the root and they have short, tubular, yellow/green flowers.
Agaves symbolize nobility, bravery, and endurance.
Bird of Paradise - “Crane flower.” The bird of paradise has leathery leaves that form a crane-shape and are held upright by stiff stalks. The bloom is a combination of blue and orange petals that grow out of the top of the leaves.
The bird of paradise is a symbol of magnificence.
Camellias - Camellia are typically red, white, or pink waxy,
rose-like flowers with bright green, shiny, elliptical leaves.
The camellia represents admiration and perfection, and is a good luck gift for a man.
Carnations - The carnation has hundreds of ruffled petals per flower head with a long, alternating leafed stem. They come in a wide variety of colors including multi-colored.
Carnations mean fascination and distinction.
Gerbera Daisy - This daisy flower is made up of 2 edged ray florets. They are commonly found in red, yellow, orange, white, or pink, but are also hybrid into a wide variety of other colors.
The gerbera daisy symbolizes happiness and friendship.
Roses - Roses have long, alternating leaves and thorned stems. Most ahve 5 petals with 2 lobes per petal. 5 sepals grow below the petals. There are a large variety of types and colors available.
The rose stands for love, passion, and perfection — though each color has it’s own special meaning.
Sunflower - The sunflower has a large flower head made up of disc and ray florets arranged spirally. They have rough, hairy stems and rough, broad leaves. Sunflowers are usually found in colors of bright yellow, maroon, and orange.
Sunflowers represent pride and loyalty.
Other popular flowers for men include all orchid types as well as any tropical flower. Most men prefer to receive flowers that are very bold and vibrant in color.
