Flower arrangements are one of the best ways to bring life and beauty indoors. They can be given as gifts with a range of meanings, as different flower types are suitable for a variety of occasions. Depending on the season, certain flowers may not be available to purchase in bouquets or arrangements. Here’s a look at five hardy yet beautiful blooms you can find throughout the year.

5 Popular Perennial Flowers

1. Asters

Asters symbolize love and patience. They resemble a wildflower and since ancient times have been thought of as enchanted. These bright flowers with a yellow center come in several shades, including purple, blue, red, white, and pink.

Asters are also the traditional 20th wedding anniversary flower and the birth flower for September babies.

2. Carnations

Carnations represent affection and gratitude. The most common colors are pink, red, white, and yellow. These beloved and versatile blooms look beautiful in a bouquet and are available in flower arrangements year-round.

Traditionally, carnations have been given as Mother’s Day gifts, but they can brighten a home for any reason.

3. Gerbera Daisies

Gerbera daisies represent purity and innocence. They come in a variety of colors and can add a touch of whimsy to any flower arrangement. They’re beautiful in a bouquet with other flowers or all on their own.

Gerbera daisies have long been thought of as a symbol of beauty and can bring a breath of cheerfulness into your home.

4. Chrysanthemums

Chrysanthemums, also known as mums, represent joy and optimism. They come in dozens of varieties and colors and are one of the most popular flowers in the United States. The chrysanthemum is also the birth flower for November.

5. Lily

Lilies represent devotion, humility, and purity. You can find their large blooms in almost any color and an impressive range of types, from the tiger to the American hybrid. Lilies are the birth flower for May and also the 30th wedding anniversary flower.

If you’re looking for a beautiful flower arrangement for any occasion, stop by Lexington Florist. The shop offers beautiful bouquets, potted plants, gift baskets, and more. Located in Lexington, SC, they’ll deliver to Columbia, Irmo, and the surrounding areas. Check out their website to see their products or call 803-359-6097 to place an order today.