Saying “Sorry” With Flowers: The 6 Best Apology Blooms

Sometimes, words aren’t enough. When apologizing to someone you deeply care for and love, sending flowers is a thoughtful way to show you’re sorry.

Choosing the right blooms, just like choosing the right words, is important when you’re seeking forgiveness. And if you need apology flowers (or any other kind of bloom), we have some good news: Patch readers get 15 percent off FTD Flowers' retail price! The discount is automatically applied at checkout.

Before selecting a bouquet, you’ll want to consider the color of the flowers you choose. Certain colors have a greater impact when saying you’re sorry.

• White: While white flowers have many meanings, they are often used to express sympathy and unity. If you can sympathize with the other person and understand their feelings, that makes it easier to navigate an apology.
• Yellow: The color yellow represents friendship and joy. If you’ve had a misunderstanding with a close friend, yellow flowers will help express your sincere regret.
• Pink: Pink is a romantic color that represents gratitude and is a symbol of love. Sending pink flowers not only expresses your love, but it also shows your appreciation for your significant other and what they mean to you.
• Blue: The color blue represents truth and hope. When making an apology you must act with hope in your heart and be truthful when sharing your feelings.

If you’re looking for a specific bouquet, see below for six of the best apology flowers around.

1. Spirit-Lifting Lilies

If you’re unsure how to apologize to a partner or close friend, Lily of the Valley is one of the best choices for making amends. Lilies, such as those in the Alluring Elegance Bouquet, signify rebirth, which — if your apology is accepted — will mean a new beginning for your relationship. This sophisticated bouquet also includes eucalyptus, Queen Anne’s lace and white Veronica.

2. Romantic Roses

When you need to ask your significant other for forgiveness, pink roses are a simple yet romantic way to express your feelings. The Long Stem Pink Rose Bouquet is a stunning gift and will let your significant other know that despite the hardships and challenges you have encountered, your apology is sincere.

3. Thoughtful White Orchid

An apology should always feel authentic, which is why sending white orchids — a symbol of sincerity — is a thoughtful gift. The delicate Bliss White Orchid is easy to care for and makes a heartfelt apology gift for a friend or family member.

4. Caring Carnations

If you’ve had a misunderstanding with a good friend and need to mend your friendship, pink carnations are a fitting apology flower. Carnations, such as those in the Wild Berry Bouquet, will express appreciation for your friend and your hopes for strengthening your bond. This bouquet also includes daisies, mini roses and Peruvian lilies.

5. Hyacinth To Chase The Blues Away

This beautiful blue flower is known as a symbol of peace, which is why hyacinth is a thoughtful choice for an apology flower. Another perfectly blue option are hydrangeas, which are also associated with apologies and represent heartfelt emotion. The Clear Skies Bouquet features hydrangeas and includes delphinium and roses.

6. Tried And True Tulips

White tulips symbolize forgiveness, which is why they are the apology flower to give when seeking to make amends with a close friend or family member. While FTD does offer tulips at certain times during the year, the spring flowers are currently unavailable for purchase. A cheery option available now is the sunflower, which is included in the Hello Sunshine Bouquet. The Hello Sunshine Bouquet also includes daisies and snapdragons.

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