As a florist or floral retailer, timing is everything. Knowing which holidays and special occasions are coming up can help you plan your floral orders and meet customer demands. At Gardens America, we’re here to help you stay ahead of the game with a comprehensive list of holidays and hashtag holidays for each month. From traditional celebrations to fun and quirky hashtag holidays, we’ve got you covered. Here are some key dates to keep in mind when planning your floral orders:
January
- New Year’s Day (January 1): Celebrate new beginnings with fresh, vibrant flowers.
- National Spouse’s Day (January 26): Perfect for romantic bouquets.
- #HouseplantAppreciationDay (January 10): Promote indoor plants and greenery.
February
- Valentine’s Day (February 14): A major holiday for florists, perfect for roses and romantic arrangements.
- Galentine’s Day (February 13): Celebrate friendships with fun and colorful bouquets.
- #RandomActsofKindnessDay (February 17): Encourage acts of kindness with small floral gifts.
March
- International Women’s Day (March 8): Honor women with empowering floral arrangements.
- St. Patrick’s Day (March 17): Green-themed bouquets and shamrock plants.
- #PlantAFlowerDay (March 12): Promote planting and growing flowers.
April
- Easter (varies): Celebrate with pastel-colored blooms and Easter lilies.
- Earth Day (April 22): Focus on eco-friendly and sustainable floral choices.
- #NationalGardenMonth: Highlight Garden flowers and plants all month long.
May
- Mother’s Day (Second Sunday in May): A peak time for floral sales, ideal for special bouquets.
- Memorial Day (Last Monday in May): Patriotic arrangements and remembrance flowers.
- #NationalNursesDay (May 6): Show appreciation with thank-you bouquets for nurses.
June
- Father’s Day (Third Sunday in June): Consider masculine floral designs or plant gifts.
- Pride Month: Celebrate with rainbow-colored arrangements.
- #NationalRoseMonth: Feature rose specials and promotions.
July
- Independence Day (July 4): Red, white, and blue-themed arrangements.
- International Self-Care Day (July 24): Promote self-care with flowers that bring peace and joy.
- #WorldEmojiDay (July 17): Have fun with emoji-themed floral displays.
August
- Friendship Day (First Sunday in August): Celebrate with friendship bouquets.
- #NationalRelaxationDay (August 15): Promote calming and soothing floral arrangements.
- Women’s Equality Day (August 26): Honor the achievements of women with special flowers.
September
- Labor Day (First Monday in September): Patriotic and end-of-summer floral arrangements.
- Grandparents Day (First Sunday after Labor Day): Sweet and sentimental bouquets for grandparents.
- #WorldGratitudeDay (September 21): Express gratitude with thoughtful floral gifts.
October
- Halloween (October 31): Spooky and fun floral decorations.
- Boss’s Day (October 16): Show appreciation with elegant office arrangements.
- #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth: Highlight pink-themed arrangements to support the cause.
November
- Thanksgiving (Fourth Thursday in November): Harvest-themed centerpieces and arrangements.
- Veterans Day (November 11): Patriotic floral tributes.
- #WorldKindnessDay (November 13): Encourage kindness with floral acts of goodwill.
December
- Christmas (December 25): Holiday-themed arrangements and poinsettias.
- Hanukkah (varies): Festive blue and white floral decorations.
- #PoinsettiaDay (December 12): Feature poinsettia specials and promotions.
At Gardens America, we’re committed to providing the freshest flowers and exceptional service for all your holiday needs. By planning your floral orders around these key dates, you can ensure your business thrives year-round. Explore our online catalog and contact us today to place your orders and learn more about our offerings. Let Gardens America help you make every holiday bloom with beauty and joy.