The language of flowers is never more articulate than on the topic of gratitude.

In the U.S. and across the globe, it’s customary to offer fresh blooms as a thank you for hosting a formal event or dinner. Every culture has its own considerations when it comes to giving a floral hostess gift – many places in Europe follow the old tradition of bringing only an odd number of flowers, for instance – but we at Central Square Florist feel anything goes. Well, almost.

Since you may not know your host’s tastes and preferences when it comes to flowers, it makes sense to choose something modestly sized and seasonal. We like a more modern look, such as our Autumn Day bouquet. It’s an important aspect of offering host flowers that there is a vase involved (in this case, an elegant cube). You want to ensure that the host doesn’t have to search for a container or basically do any work at all.

All you want them to have to do, in fact, is enjoy your gift. And with a design like this, we feel certain they will. Orange-tipped roses, yellow tulips, and orange lilies nestle in with green hydrangea in a striking, seasonal display. These flowers are gloriously vibrant, but not too over-the-top. Cheerful, graceful, and elegant, an arrangement like this offers warmth and gratitude to the recipient.

Let us at Central Square Florist help you come up with the perfect offering for your Thanksgiving hosts this year.