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What to Write on Flower Cards: 50+ Messages for Every Occasion

The card is often the most treasured part of a flower delivery. Here are over 50 genuine messages for every occasion, plus practical tips for florists helping customers find the right words.

By Florist Toolbox 3 min read
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Why the Card Message Matters

A beautiful bouquet will brighten a room for a week, but the card is what gets tucked into a bedside drawer and kept for years.

Birthday

  1. Happy birthday! Wishing you a day as lovely as you are.
  2. Another year of you — what a gift that is. Happy birthday.
  3. Here's to a wonderful year ahead. Enjoy every moment of your special day.
  4. Happy birthday! Hope these brighten your day the way you brighten ours.
  5. Cheers to you and all the brilliant things this year will bring.
  6. Many happy returns. You deserve all the good things coming your way.
  7. Thinking of you on your birthday and sending so much love.

Thank You

  1. Thank you for everything. These flowers cannot say it all, but they are a start.
  2. Your kindness meant more than you know. With heartfelt thanks.
  3. Just a small token to say a very big thank you.
  4. We are so grateful. Thank you for going above and beyond.
  5. Words are not enough, so here are some flowers too. Thank you.
  6. Thank you for being there when it mattered most.

Sympathy and Condolence

  1. Thinking of you during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy.
  2. There are no words, only love. We are here for you.
  3. In loving memory. May happy memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
  4. With sincere condolences. Holding you close in our thoughts.
  5. We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are not alone.
  6. Remembering a truly wonderful person. With love and sympathy.
  7. No words can ease this, but please know we care deeply.

Romantic and Anniversary

  1. You are my favourite everything. Happy anniversary.
  2. Still falling for you, every single day.
  3. To the love of my life — thank you for choosing me.
  4. Every day with you is a gift. Here is to many more.
  5. You make ordinary days feel extraordinary. I love you.
  6. Happy anniversary, darling. The best is yet to come.

Get Well Soon

  1. Sending healing thoughts and warm wishes your way.
  2. Rest up and take it easy. We are all rooting for you.
  3. Get well soon — we miss you more than you know.
  4. Hoping each day brings you closer to feeling yourself again.
  5. Take all the time you need. These flowers will keep you company.

Congratulations

  1. So proud of you! What an incredible achievement.
  2. Congratulations! You have worked so hard and it has truly paid off.
  3. Well done — you absolutely deserve this.
  4. Here is to your success. The future is looking very bright indeed.
  5. Congratulations! Wishing you all the best in this exciting new chapter.

New Baby

  1. Welcome to the world, little one! Congratulations to the new family.
  2. What wonderful news. Wishing you all joy, sleep, and endless cuddles.
  3. A new baby — how exciting! Congratulations to you both.
  4. The newest arrival is so lucky to have you. Enjoy every precious moment.

Just Because

  1. No reason needed. Just wanted you to know I am thinking of you.
  2. Saw these and thought of you. Simple as that.
  3. Because you deserve flowers on a Tuesday.
  4. Just because you are you, and that is more than enough.
  5. Sometimes the best surprises come without an occasion. Enjoy.

Apology

  1. I am sorry. Truly. I hope we can find our way through this.
  2. These cannot undo what happened, but they come with a genuine apology.
  3. I got it wrong and I am sorry. You deserve better.

Farewell and Good Luck

  1. Good luck on your next adventure. You will be greatly missed.
  2. Wishing you all the best in this new chapter. Go and be brilliant.
  3. Farewell for now — not forever. We are cheering you on from here.
  4. The place will not be the same without you. Good luck with everything.

Tips for Florists

  • Keep it concise. Two or three lines are perfectly sufficient.
  • Match the tone to the occasion.
  • Offer suggestions, not pressure.
  • Always check spelling of names and details.
  • Handwriting quality matters. Take your time.

For instant AI-powered suggestions, try the Card Message Generator. For naming your creations, the Bouquet Name Generator adds personality to your product range.

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