Making an 18th birthday feel like a milestone
Choosing flowers for a new adult
Turning 18 is a big step, and flowers are a gift many young people remember because it's often the first time they've been sent a bouquet of their own. For a cheerful, celebratory feel, go for the Bright Blooms Bouquet (from $89) or the Blooming Birthday Box (from $89). For someone who prefers softer colours, Pink & White Perfection (from $69) looks fresh and grown-up. Not sure of their taste? The Bright Florist Choice Bouquet (from $69) leaves the colour mix to our florists.
Ideas by who you're sending to
- Daughter or niece: pinks, pastels or a gift box she can keep.
- Son or nephew: neutral tones or bold colours, plus a treat from our add-ons.
- Best friend: something bright and fun with a cheeky card message.
- Grandchild: a bouquet with a family photo printed on the card.
Make the card part of the gift
Every order includes a free printed message card. Upload a photo from their childhood, a team shot or a family snap to print on it, or email us a handwritten note and we'll scan and print it. It's a simple way to make the gift feel personal if you can't be at the party.
Getting it there on time
Choose the delivery date in the pop-up after adding a bouquet to your cart. Book ahead if the date's already locked in, especially if the party is on a weekend, as we don't deliver on Sundays. We'll email you a photo of the finished bouquet before it leaves our Wairau Valley studio. For more options, browse all birthday flowers or our best sellers.