Lilies

A lily bouquet can say romance, thanks or sympathy, depending on its color and company. Choose fragrant stargazer lilies with red roses, pink and purple Asiatic lilies, or calm all-white designs, each made by hand by a florist close to the recipient.

Many lilies arrive in bud and open over several days, so the gift keeps changing. The guide below covers lily types, choosing a design and care, and the questions after it include a note for cat owners.

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Finding the right lily bouquet

Stargazer, Asiatic and Oriental lilies

Lilies differ in scent as much as color. Stargazer lilies are a well-known Oriental type with upward-facing pink blooms, darker speckles and a rich perfume; Hollywood Dozen pairs them with a dozen red roses and seeded eucalyptus for a romantic gift with real presence. Asiatic lilies have little or no fragrance and come in brighter colors, a better fit for a small room or someone sensitive to scent. Marvelous Mom Bouquet sets purple Asiatic lilies with pink roses, and Romantic Boutique mixes them with roses, statice, mini carnations and alstroemeria in four sizes. Oriental lilies, like those in the Crescent Cremation Arrangement, usually carry the strongest scent and the largest blooms.

Lilies for sympathy and for celebrations

Close to half of the designs here are sympathy pieces, since white lilies are traditionally tied to peace and purity and their scent softens a quiet room. White Arrangement for Sympathy stands hybrid lilies beside white roses and snapdragons, and the taller standing baskets are sized for a funeral home; see white sympathy flowers for more. For happier news, Best Day Bouquet mixes lilies with roses and sunflowers, and Blushing Beauty Bouquet pairs blush pink lilies with hot pink roses, lavender carnations and hydrangea. Our birthday lilies narrow the choice to 10 designs, and Christmas Magic Bouquet sets snowy white lilies beside red protea, one of several lily designs among our Christmas flowers.

Caring for a lily bouquet

As each lily opens, gently pull off the orange, pollen-covered anthers with a tissue. That keeps pollen from staining petals, tablecloths and clothing, and many florists find the blooms last longer without it. Trim the stems, strip leaves below the waterline and keep the vase cool, out of direct sun and away from ripening fruit, which gives off a gas that ages flowers faster. Snip each flower as it fades so the buds behind it have room to open.

Lily bouquet questions

Are lilies safe for homes with cats?

No. True lilies, including stargazer, Asiatic and Oriental types, are considered highly toxic to cats, and even a little pollen or vase water can cause serious kidney damage. If the recipient has a cat, choose a design whose flower list has no lilies, and check the description before you order.

What do stargazer lilies symbolize?

Stargazers are often linked with ambition, abundance and celebration, thanks to their bold pink color and upward-facing blooms. Pink lilies in general are associated with admiration and affection, which makes stargazer lilies a natural fit for romantic and anniversary bouquets.

What does a lily bouquet symbolize?

It depends on the color. White lilies traditionally stand for purity and peace, yellow for gratitude and cheer, orange for confidence and energy, and pink for admiration. Lilies are also linked with renewal, so you'll see them at weddings and Easter as well as at funerals.

How long does a lily bouquet last?

Often a week or more, and sometimes close to two, because buds keep opening after delivery. Fresh water every couple of days helps. If anything arrives damaged or wilted, reach us through our contact page within 24 hours of delivery.

Is same-day lily flower delivery available?

Yes, when the date is open for the recipient's ZIP code: order by 2:00 PM ET on a weekday or 1:30 PM ET on Saturday. For a funeral home, use its full address and pick a date before the service, since a specific delivery hour can't be promised.