We don’t mean to alarm you, but Mother’s Day is fast approaching. It’s time to celebrate your mum or any inspiring mum figure in your life.
So what to buy her for Sunday, May 11? Browse our Mother’s Day gift guide for some gifting inspo, or if you get stuck, opt for a bunch of flowers. It may seem cliche, but this is a classic for a reason. Everyone loves flowers!
Flowers also make the perfect gift if you are perhaps running a little behind in your gift shopping. (Don’t worry, we get it, life gets in the way.)
The best flowers to buy for Mother’s Day in New Zealand
This bouquet combines an eclectic mix of blooms, all in vibrant shades of pink and pops of red. Placed into fresh water, this bouquet should stay fresh and lovely for at least five days.
Size options:
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Extra large
- XXL
- XXXL
Pink bouquet
From $124 at Celebration Box
This fun and fabulous hot-pink bouquet is sure to be a hit with mum. This bouquet is available nationwide, created by an artisan florist local to the area. It might look a little different to the one in the picture, but we can guarantee it’ll have all those delicious pops of pink.
Size options:
- Petite
- Standard
- Premium
Rose patch
From $80 at Wild Rose
We couldn’t write a guide to Mother’s Day flowers without including a classic bunch of roses. This sweet bunch of multicoloured roses not only smells divine but also will make mum smile every time she spots them on the kitchen table or bedroom dresser.
Options:
- Bag
- Vase
(Available in Auckland only)
Pretty pink flower bouquet
$109.99 from Lego
Gift a Lego-lover a buildable flower display to create themselves. Filled with orchids, ranunculus, daisies, roses and more, this bouquet isn’t just a relaxing after-work activity to calm the mind… it results in a gorgeous display that will never die. Win-win.
Pastels bouquet
From $86 at Celebration Box
Soft, soothing shades are the name of the game with this bouquet, thanks to its mix of fresh pastel-hued blooms. Some flowers will be delivered in bud to ensure fresh flowers for seven days, because why should Mother’s Day celebrations last one day only?
Size options:
- Petite
- Standard
- Premium
White delight bouquet
From $86 at Petals
You can’t go past white and green for a classic floral colour combination. If your mum isn’t a big fan of colour, these beautiful white lilies and natural foliage will give their space a lift and perfectly complement neutral home decor.
Size options
- Classic
- Deluxe
- Premium
Plastic protea in glass vase
$57 from Spotlight
If your Valentine isn’t a fan of things that wilt, gift them an arrangement that will last forever. This plastic protea comes in a glass container, ready to take pride of place on the table. Featuring refreshing white proteas and lush green foliage, these artificial blooms are beautifully presented in a clear glass vase – and only need a little dusting for upkeep.
Seasonal flower gift box
From $75 from Wild Rose
If mum is a little further away, opt for one of these seasonal flower gift boxes, which can be delivered nationwide. Each is carefully made using the freshest seasonal blooms from both Wild Rose’s own picking garden and the local market.
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