ANNIVERSARY FLOWERS: THE PERFECT FLOWERS FOR YEARS 1–10

Every anniversary has its own story — and flowers are one of the most beautiful ways to tell it.

If you are celebrating your first, fifth or tenth wedding anniversary and wondering what flowers to give, we created this little guide for you.

We love the idea of choosing flowers not only because they are beautiful, but also because they can have a special meaning.

Here are the flowers traditionally associated with the first ten years of marriage.

YEAR 1 — CARNATIONS

Carnations symbolize love, admiration and devotion. They are a beautiful way to celebrate the beginning of a marriage and all the memories created during the first year together.

YEAR 2 — COSMOS

Cosmos are delicate and joyful flowers associated with harmony, peace and love. After two years together, they are a lovely reminder of growing together and creating a life filled with happiness.

YEAR 3 — SUNFLOWERS

Sunflowers symbolize happiness, warmth, loyalty and admiration. Their bright golden color makes them perfect for celebrating a relationship that continues to grow stronger.

YEAR 4 — GERANIUMS

Geraniums are traditionally associated with friendship, comfort and happiness. They are a beautiful choice for celebrating not only love, but also the friendship and partnership that grows within a marriage.

YEAR 5 — DAISIES

Daisies symbolize loyal love, innocence and new beginnings. Their simple beauty makes them perfect for a natural, romantic anniversary bouquet.

YEAR 6 — CALLA LILIES

Elegant and timeless, calla lilies are traditionally associated with the sixth anniversary. Their beautiful shape makes them perfect for a sophisticated and memorable arrangement.

YEAR 7 — FREESIAS

Freesias are associated with friendship, trust and thoughtfulness. After seven years together, these delicate and fragrant flowers are a beautiful way to celebrate the bond you have created.

YEAR 8 — CLEMATIS & LILACS

Clematis and lilacs bring a romantic and garden-inspired feeling to the eighth anniversary. Their delicate beauty is perfect for couples who love something a little different from a traditional bouquet.

YEAR 9 — POPPIES & BIRDS OF PARADISE

Poppies and birds of paradise create a bold and unexpected combination. They are perfect for couples who love color, personality and something a little less traditional.

YEAR 10 — DAFFODILS

Ten years of marriage is a beautiful milestone. Daffodils symbolize joy, renewal and new beginnings — a lovely reminder that after ten years, there are still many new chapters and adventures ahead.

FLOWERS TELL A STORY

At Sweets & Florals Sisters, we believe flowers should be more than just beautiful.

We love creating arrangements that feel personal — flowers chosen for the person, the occasion and the story behind it.

So if you are celebrating an anniversary, don't just ask, “What flowers are beautiful?”

Ask, “What do these flowers say?”

Because sometimes the most meaningful gift is the one that tells your story without saying a word.

Celebrating an anniversary in Calgary?

We would love to create something personal for you — whether it's a romantic bouquet, a special floral arrangement or flowers paired with one of our handmade cakes.

Sweets & Florals Sisters — flowers, cakes and a little bit of love in every creation.