Discover the Perfect Wedding Anniversary Flowers By Year (Even Your 60th!)

Happy Anniversary! Are you looking to surprise that special someone with the prettiest bouquet this year? But you’re unsure of what flowers to give? Whether it's your 1st, 12th, or even 60th anniversary, our guide to the perfect wedding anniversary flowers by year will help you select a bouquet for the love of your life. 

Wedding Anniversary Flowers By Year

Each year has its own special flower, making gift-giving a breeze and saving you precious time. Get ready to make them fall for you all over again! Oh, and keep this journal entry in close tabs so you can refer back to it whenever you need it. 🤭

1st Wedding Anniversary - Carnation

Carnations are not just for mothers; they embody the joy and excitement of what’s to come, making them a perfect choice for newlyweds ready to embrace many more love-filled years ahead. 

Your first wedding anniversary is a major milestone - a testament to your journey as a couple and the foundation you've built during your first year together. Celebrate this occasion with a bouquet of carnations, a timeless symbol of admiration, young love, and passion. We suggest going for pink or red carnations to match the vibrancy of your relationship.

2nd Wedding Anniversary - Cosmos

As you celebrate your second wedding anniversary, your relationship moves beyond the honeymoon phase into a deeper connection. Cosmos known for their strength and grace, symbolise harmony, balance, and joy - perfect representations of the love you've cultivated. 

Given its name, 'cosmos,' these blooms also evoke the vastness of the cosmos in space. They mirror the ever-expanding beauty of your relationship, becoming more unified and radiant with each passing year. Cosmos are traditionally given in the second year, representing love that continues to blossom.

3rd Wedding Anniversary - Sunflower

Your love for one another keeps getting stronger and reaching new heights, much like the sunflower. The sunflower is traditionally given on the third wedding anniversary because it symbolises long-lasting happiness, adoration, and loyalty. So, giving sunflowers to your partner on your third wedding anniversary is like saying, "Get ready for more happy times ahead and lots of love and affection from me!"

4th Wedding Anniversary - Hydrangea

During the fourth wedding anniversary, couples often exchange hydrangeas as gifts. This is simply because these lush blooms carry deep meanings, symbolising gratitude and sincerity through each fluttery petal. It's a thoughtful gesture to express appreciation to your spouse for another year of a happy marriage.

5th Wedding Anniversary - Daisy

Some may see the daisy as too plain. However, these delicate flowers have a lot to offer! Daisies are symbolic of forever love, new beginnings and faithfulness, which is why they make thoughtful gifts for the fifth wedding anniversary. 

By the fifth year of marriage, the relationship tends to be routine and may even lose its spark. This is where the daisy comes in. Even if the marriage falls into mundanity, the daisy serves as a reminder of the anticipation of future excitement; each petal represents the wonderful experiences awaiting the couple.

6th Wedding Anniversary - Calla Lily

The calla lily has many meanings depending on the colour. You’ll often see white calla lilies at weddings as they signify true devotion and union while pink calla lilies represent admiration and appreciation. No matter the colour, the calla lily is an elegant flower that’s perfect for the sixth wedding anniversary as a promise of love and passion.

7th Wedding Anniversary - Freesia

Wow, seven years? That’s almost a decade of being together! We have the perfect gift to surprise your spouse on your special day. Sweeten up your seventh wedding anniversary with freesias and let their scent envelope both of you with tender loving care. Symbolising trust and loyalty, freesia is very fragrant and has a unique funnel-like shape with slender stems. Besides white and yellow, these sweet-smelling flowers also come in other colours.

8th Wedding Anniversary - Lilac / Clematis

Congratulations on reaching the lucky eight! You and your spouse are no doubt the ultimate dynamic duo with a bond that’s already strong and destined to grow even stronger with time. This is why the pairing of these two flowers is perfect for you. 

The clematis, signifying wisdom, represents the growth and understanding that deepens with each passing year. However, the lilac, a symbol of passion, reflects the love that still burns brightly between you. Together, they embody the fusion of two minds and hearts, united in a love that’s wise and fiercely passionate.

9th Wedding Anniversary - Poppy / Birds of Paradise

The ninth year of marriage is a wonderful time for reflection and a fresh, rejuvenating outlook on your shared journey. To celebrate this remarkable milestone, these flowers beautifully capture the essence of your bond.

The vibrant poppy symbolises peace and romantic love, offering a sense of security that anchors your relationship. Meanwhile, the exotic bird of paradise evokes adventure and freedom, representing the excitement that still thrives after years together. Combined, these flowers illustrate the perfect balance between the stability of your love and the exhilarating energy that keeps your relationship alive.

10th Wedding Anniversary - Daffodil

Ten years and counting! Another milestone that needs to be celebrated with flowers, of course. On the tenth anniversary, daffodils are often used to signify cherishing memories and are the symbol of the first decade of marriage. They also symbolise rebirth, hope, new beginnings and resilience, promising your spouse more new, happy memories together and forging an even deeper bond.

12th Wedding Anniversary - Peony

Of course, everyone’s favourite flower makes an appearance on this list - it’s simply too perfect not to! Graceful, sophisticated, and irresistibly fragrant, the peony is a majestic bloom that captivates anyone who lays eyes on it. 

While ideal for any special occasion, the peony is traditionally gifted for the 12th wedding anniversary due to its deep associations with romance, prosperity, and good fortune. Its lush, ruffled petals symbolise a love that continues to flourish, bringing joy and abundance into your married life.

15th Wedding Anniversary - Red Rose

After a decade and a half together, you've likely experienced ups and downs, which makes it difficult to keep the sparks alive. Luckily for you, we have just the flowers to spice things up. Elevate your romance game with a stunning bouquet of velvety red roses. Red roses are universally recognised as a symbol of romance and passionate love. 

These timeless flowers will remind both of you that even after all these years, your love for each other never dies, and are guaranteed to add a touch of elegance to your special day. For a modern twist, consider mixing in some nude-coloured roses. Get ready to reignite the flames of passion and celebrate your 15th wedding anniversary in style!

20th Wedding Anniversary - Aster

The aster is a daisy-like flower that carries a wealth of meanings, including patience, faith, love, valour, and wisdom. Yet, like the stars it’s named after, each aster shines with its own unique light depending on its colour, ranging from purple to blue.

In ancient times, this stunning flower was linked to the divine. The Romans associated it with Venus, the Goddess of Love, while the Greeks believed it was born from the tears of Astraea, the Goddess of Justice. Fittingly, the name ‘aster’ means ‘star’ in Greek, symbolising a love that’s not only radiant but eternal. 

The aster is the perfect flower to mark the 20th wedding anniversary, embodying the deep, emotional connection and affection you’ve cultivated throughout your years together. Like the stars in the night sky, your love continues to glow brightly even when you face challenges.

30th Wedding Anniversary - Lily / Eustoma

Three decades and still going strong. For this momentous milestone, you may choose to celebrate using two flowers individually or a combination of both in one big bouquet! Lily and eustoma or lisianthus are the flowers of choice for the 30th wedding anniversary. 

Lilies connote love, rebirth, and purity, representing the changes you've experienced together, from moving to a new house to raising children, yet your love remains strong. On the other hand, eustoma flowers (lisianthus) symbolise a lifelong union and deep admiration that you both still cherish today.

40th Wedding Anniversary - Gladiolus

This striking flower is the perfect symbol for the 40th wedding anniversary, and here’s why. With meanings of strength, integrity, and unwavering love, the gladiolus holds heroic significance rooted in ancient Rome. Its name comes from the Latin word ‘gladius,’ meaning ‘little sword,’ reflecting both resilience and honour.

In Roman times, gladiolus flowers were associated with gladiators, who were said to wear these blooms around their necks for protection during battles. In marriage, the gladiolus represents the enduring strength of married life that has weathered the test of time. Through challenges, the gladiolus stands tall as a reminder that love is truly worth fighting for.

50th Wedding Anniversary - Yellow Rose and Violet

The vibrant contrast between yellow roses and violets beautifully captures the concept that opposites attract. Two individuals unite to form a bond that grows stronger with time - a true match made in heaven. 

Violets represent honesty, remembrance, and faithfulness, while yellow roses represent inner strength and joy. Together, they embody a lifelong partnership built on the balance of complementing and supporting one another despite their differences.

Even in colour theory, yellow and purple are complementary colours. Though they’re opposites to each other, they create a stunning, harmonious blend when combined much like this golden milestone.

60th Wedding Anniversary - Orchid

Reaching 60 years of marriage is an incredible feat of true love, trust and resilience. While there may be no traditional flower for this rare milestone, it deserves to be celebrated with blooms that reflect the beauty and strength of your journey.

For the 60th wedding anniversary, we’ve chosen the orchid, a flower as timeless and enduring as your love for one another. Orchids are renowned for their association with love, determination, refinement, beauty, and gratitude. The qualities that perfectly mirror a marriage that has stood the test of time. 

With proper care, these luxurious blooms can last up to three weeks in a vase, a lasting reminder of the time, effort, and care you’ve invested into your relationship. Just like your marriage, orchids are symbolic of the beauty that comes from years of nurturing and appreciating each other.

Make Your Anniversary Unforgettable With Flowers

Each anniversary is a unique milestone, and what better way to celebrate than with stunning flowers that perfectly capture the essence of your love? Whether you're marking your first year or your 60th, our handcrafted blooms will express your appreciation most beautifully.

Browse our collection of anniversary flowers now and take advantage of our same-day delivery service to ensure your bouquet arrives just in time. For custom arrangements or personalised touches, feel free to contact us via WhatsApp at +60149134145 - we're here to make your anniversary unforgettable.