It’s that time of year again, and we love to see it! It means that the holidays are coming (are you ready?) and your scholars are coming home from college (stock the fridge accordingly). Or maybe you’re planning some exciting rites of passage like graduations, birthdays, wedding or baby showers, you name it! In any case, it’s clearly gratitude season. This is the perfect time to get your flower ordering game on point, as centerpieces and bouquets are perfect thank you gifts. At Central Square Florist in Cambridge, Massachusetts, we’re ready to help you show your appreciation with gusto.

Hydrangeas

If there’s one bloom that we swear by as the number one ambassador of gratitude, we’re betting on hydrangeas (and you should too). Along with saying thanks, they have the added meaning of deep sincerity and heartfelt emotions, totally multiplying the appreciation energy. Don’t forget to use color to amp of the meaning here, as that can take the gift to the next level. We suggest going for purple hydrangeas in this case as they say “I admire you” straight from the heart (we so love that!).

Orchids

Orchids symbolize love, beauty, and strength, making them a super meaningful choice when you want to give back. Their elegant blooms radiate appreciation and admiration, showing you really see the person you’re thanking (here for it!). Colors like purple, which signifies admiration and respect, and blue, repping mindfulness, are especially fitting for showing heartfelt appreciation (so sweet). Oh, and a bonus? Orchids’ sophisticated appearance always makes sure that your message of gratitude is posh and stylish.

Roses

Arguably the most popular flower of them all, roses are the OG belle of the ball thanks to their beauty and fragrance. Naturally, they say “thank you” without speaking a word, especially when you take advantage of their range of hues to send your message. For starters, yellow roses rep the pleasure of friendship (literally perfect for so many occasions). Lovely pink roses send a general message of appreciation, but if you want to go all out, multi-color bouquets show you 100 percent understood the assignment.

Chrysanthemums

Chrysanthemums are a natural pick for the season of gratitude for so many reasons! For one, they’re associated with autumn, which is when we reflect deeply on all we have to be grateful for. They also come in a host of warm hues, from rich reds and oranges to bright yellows and pretty pinks (and colors speak volumes!). As for their meaning, chrysanthemums symbolize friendship, joy, and respect — literally perfect for saying thanks.

Lilies

Lilies are perfect for any occasion, really, thanks to their hearty nature and long bloom life in a vase. They can also be used to level up your message of appreciation quite beautifully, especially (again) if you get color involved. Take pink lilies, for example, which are symbols of elegance and generosity, and isn’t your recipient both of those things? Yellow lilies are another excellent option, sending messages of health and happiness in addition to (you guessed it) gratitude.

Giving flowers? Always a win for saying thanks! But if you really want to nail it, symbolic stems from Central Square Florist are the way to go — trust us.