A 4-point guide to Mother’s Day

The days are starting to get longer and there are daffodils – our flower of the month – in bloom. Spring and Easter are just around the corner, and we’re already dreaming of summer...

But first, there are inspiring, strong and independent women to be celebrated and appreciated on Sunday, March 22nd in aid of Mother’s Day in the UK. Whether you’re surprising her by sending an exquisitely crafted bouquet, or hand delivering it to the house before sitting down for a sunday roast – we’ve got a comprehensive guide at hand to help.

1. Select the right stems

Celebrate spring awakening by opting for the season’s newborn stems – but be warned, they’re a vibrant bunch. From intricate anemones, fragrant hyacinths and vivid yellow daffodils – the National Flower of Wales – to perhaps the most captivating of spring’s fresh crop, the parrot tulip that defies all the traits of its traditional counterpart – there are plenty of bold stems to choose from.

2. Know the colour scheme

Speaking from experience, it’s always worth noting mum’s colour scheme. If the entire house is pristine white, follow suit and opt for elegant anemones. Of course, it’s a matter of preference and you know mum best.

3. Think about her favourite scent

Ever witnessed your mum picking flowers on a summer walk, elated by the uplifting aroma? Take your scent cues from fond memories for a truly personal gift, for our use of smell is linked closer to memory than any other sense. Maybe it’s the comforting savour of spring lilac – proper name Syringa from the ancient greek meaning ‘tube’ in reference to their hollow composure.

4. Don’t forget the first Mother’s Day

A final tip, don’t forget her first Mother’s Day. We’re aware newborns can’t browse the net, but a beautiful bouquet – from which the stems can later be pressed and kept for years to come – is a considered gesture of appreciation.