Holiday Flower Guide: Every Occasion on the Emerald Coast

The Emerald Coast celebrates every holiday with warmth, community, and the beauty of fresh flowers. From Valentine's Day to Christmas, here is your complete guide to holiday flowers for every celebration in Northwest Florida.

Valentine's Day (February 14)

Valentine's Day is the single biggest day in the flower industry, and for good reason. Nothing says love like a beautiful bouquet. While red roses are the classic choice, consider mixing it up with a romantic arrangement of garden roses, peonies, and ranunculus in blush and cream tones. Order at least three days in advance to guarantee availability and delivery.

Easter (Spring)

Easter flowers celebrate renewal and the beauty of spring. Lilies are the traditional Easter flower, symbolizing purity and the resurrection. Spring arrangements featuring tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and pastel roses bring the season's freshness indoors. Easter is also a popular time for potted plants like Easter lilies and hydrangeas.

Mother's Day (May)

The second-biggest flower holiday of the year, Mother's Day calls for arrangements that reflect your mom's unique personality. Pink carnations are the traditional choice, symbolizing a mother's love. But any flowers that bring her joy — roses, peonies, orchids, mixed bouquets — are perfect. Order a week in advance for Mother's Day.

Memorial Day (May)

Memorial Day is a time to honor fallen service members. This is especially meaningful in NW Florida, home to Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field, and a large veteran community. Red, white, and blue arrangements, grave blankets, and patriotic wreaths are appropriate choices for cemetery tributes and memorial services.

Father's Day (June)

Flowers for Dad might seem unconventional, but modern arrangements designed with masculine aesthetics — bold colors, tropical blooms, interesting textures — make excellent Father's Day gifts. Pair flowers with a gift card for a restaurant or his favorite activity.

Fourth of July

Celebrate Independence Day with red, white, and blue arrangements. Red roses, white carnations, and blue delphinium create patriotic displays perfect for Emerald Coast Fourth of July parties and cookouts.

Thanksgiving (November)

Fall harvest arrangements featuring chrysanthemums, sunflowers, roses, and seasonal foliage make stunning Thanksgiving centerpieces. Warm colors like burgundy, orange, gold, and deep red capture the spirit of gratitude. Our Thanksgiving arrangements are designed to complement your holiday table.

Christmas (December)

Holiday floral decor sets the festive mood. Poinsettias, amaryllis, and Christmas cactus are traditional choices. Evergreen centerpieces with candles, holly berries, and red roses bring elegance to holiday entertaining. Wreaths and garlands add seasonal charm to doors and mantels.

Year-Round Celebrations

Do not forget the personal holidays that matter most: birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, new babies, promotions, and everyday moments worth celebrating. These personal occasions often mean more than commercial holidays because they show you were thinking of someone specific.

Order Holiday Flowers

For all holidays and celebrations, call Coastal Blooms at {PHONE}. We recommend ordering three to seven days in advance for major holidays. Same-day delivery is available for those last-minute celebrations across all of NW Florida.