10 Best Anniversary Flowers & Gifts in South Africa (By Year)

Anniversaries are one of life’s most meaningful milestones — a chance to pause, reflect, and celebrate the love you’ve built together. But choosing the perfect anniversary flowers and gifts can feel overwhelming, especially when you want to go beyond the standard bunch of red roses. This guide covers traditional anniversary flowers by year, our top picks from Bleu Rose Flowers & Gifts in Roodepoort, and tips for making your gift truly personal.

Traditional Anniversary Flowers by Year

Did you know that each wedding anniversary year has a traditional flower associated with it? This long-standing tradition gives you a meaningful starting point for your gift — one that carries real symbolism rather than just good looks.

• 1st Anniversary – Carnations: Representing young, devoted love. A mix of pink and red carnations is a beautiful and affordable gift.
• 2nd Anniversary – Cosmos: These delicate, daisy-like flowers symbolise order and tranquillity in a relationship.
• 3rd Anniversary – Sunflowers: Bright and bold, sunflowers represent loyalty and adoration — perfect for celebrating three years together.
• 4th Anniversary – Geraniums: Symbolising true friendship and the strong bond that underpins a lasting marriage.
• 5th Anniversary – Daisies: A classic choice representing innocence, purity and the joy of shared life.
• 10th Anniversary – Daffodils: These cheerful yellow flowers symbolise new beginnings — a perfect reminder that your best years are still ahead.
• 15th Anniversary – Roses: By fifteen years, roses are the traditional choice — a nod to deep, enduring love. Red roses remain the classic, but blush and white roses offer an elegant alternative.
• 20th Anniversary – Asters: Representing patience and elegance, asters honour two decades of commitment.
• 25th Anniversary – Iris: The silver anniversary calls for iris flowers, representing wisdom, hope and admiration earned through 25 years together.
• 30th Anniversary – Lily: Lilies symbolise devotion and purity — a stunning choice for three decades of love.
• 40th Anniversary – Gladiolus: Tall, striking and strong, gladioli mirror the strength of 40 years of marriage.
• 50th Anniversary – Yellow Roses or Violets: The golden anniversary calls for yellow roses (representing warmth and joy) or violets (symbolising faithfulness through the years).

Our Top Anniversary Flower Picks at Bleu Rose

Whether you’re shopping by year or simply looking for something breathtaking, here are our most popular anniversary flowers and gifts at Bleu Rose Flowers & Gifts, all available with same day delivery in Roodepoort.

Red Roses Bouquet

The ultimate anniversary classic. Our Red Roses Bouquet is hand-tied with the freshest long-stem red roses, available in multiple sizes from R374 upward. Perfect for 15th, 20th, 30th anniversaries and beyond — or simply because roses are timeless.

Roses + Gyp

Roses paired with wispy white gypsophila for a classic, romantic look. Available as a bouquet or in a luxury box arrangement. The softness of the gyp beautifully offsets the boldness of the roses — a favourite for milestone anniversaries.

Mixed Roses in a Vase

A lush mix of colourful roses beautifully arranged in a glass vase — ready to display with no fuss. Choose from blush pinks, whites, peach and reds, or let our florists create a custom colour combination just for your partner.

Florist Choice Arrangement

Can’t decide? Our Florist Choice option lets our experienced Roodepoort florists handpick the most stunning seasonal flowers and create a bespoke arrangement tailored to your budget. Simply tell us your anniversary milestone and any colour preferences and we’ll do the rest.

Beyond Flowers: Anniversary Gift Add-Ons

Flowers are the perfect centrepiece, but the right add-ons can elevate your anniversary gift to something truly unforgettable. At Bleu Rose, you can pair your arrangement with:

• Premium chocolates — Lindt and other luxury brands for something indulgent
• Wine or sparkling wine — add a bottle of bubbly to celebrate in style
• Personalised message card — included free with every order
• Helium balloons — add a festive touch, especially for milestone years like 25 or 50

Tips for Personalising Your Anniversary Flowers

The most memorable anniversary gifts go beyond the flowers themselves. Here are a few ways to add a personal touch:

1. Match the flowers to a shared memory

Did your partner carry sunflowers at your wedding? Were roses part of your first date? Choosing flowers that reference a meaningful moment makes the gift irreplaceable — no amount of money can buy that kind of thoughtfulness.

2. Choose their favourite colour over tradition

If your partner loves blush pink but the traditional colour for your anniversary year is yellow, go blush. The best gift is always one that shows you truly know them.

3. Write a real message

Every order from Bleu Rose includes a complimentary message card. Don’t write “Happy Anniversary” and stop there. A few sincere lines about what this year meant to you, a memory you cherish, or simply why you love them, will mean more than any arrangement.

4. Go bigger for milestone years

For your 10th, 25th or 50th anniversary, consider upgrading to a luxury vase arrangement, adding a hamper, or choosing our largest bouquet size. Milestone years deserve milestone gifts.

5. Order the night before

Our same day delivery cutoff is 12pm. To guarantee delivery on your exact anniversary date without the last-minute stress, place your order the evening before or early in the morning. Your flowers will be made fresh on the day of delivery.

Same Day Anniversary Flower Delivery in Roodepoort

Bleu Rose Flowers & Gifts delivers anniversary flowers same day across Roodepoort, Northcliff, Randburg, Honeydew, Constantia Kloof and wider Johannesburg. Order before 12pm and your handcrafted anniversary arrangement will arrive the same afternoon — making it easy to create a special moment even on a busy day.

We’re a locally owned Roodepoort florist with a 4.8-star Google rating, trusted for our craftsmanship and reliable delivery. Every bouquet leaves our shop handcrafted and wrapped with care.

Ready to celebrate your anniversary in style? Browse our full anniversary flower range and order before 12pm for same day delivery. Need help choosing? Call us on (011) 730 8184 and our florists will guide you to the perfect arrangement.