Date
Friday
Mar
21

March 21

National Flower Day

Celebrate National Flower Day with a beautiful bouquet of your favorite blooms - brighten up your home and lift your spirits with fresh flowers!

Yearly Date
March 21
Type
Day

Introduction

Celebrate National Flower Day on March 21 with a bouquet of blooms! This day has been celebrated for centuries and is the perfect opportunity to appreciate the beauty and fragrances of nature. Flowers have always been synonymous with love, friendship, harmony, admiration - to name just a few emotions associated with them. So why not take some time out of your busy day to enjoy their colors and aromas?

National Flower Day Timeline

1860s
Florist Shops Tradition
The tradition of florist shops and floral arrangements became popular in the United States in the mid-1800s, beginning the commercialized exchange of flowers.
1884
First Rose Parade
The first Tournament of Roses Parade took place in Pasadena, California, an event that greatly increased the popularity of flowers.
1910
Creation of Mother's Day
Mother's Day was established in the United States, becoming a prominent annual occasion for flower-giving.
1965
First Cherry Blossom Festival
Japan contributed thousands of cherry blossom trees to be planted in Washington D.C., establishing the first National Cherry Blossom Festival.
1986
Rose - The National Flower
The rose was declared the national flower of the United States by President Ronald Reagan.
2017
National Flower Day Recognition
National Flower Day was officially recognized as a cultural holiday, encouraging the appreciation of flowers in all their shapes and colors.

How to Celebrate National Flower Day

1

Grow your own flowers

Visit your local nursery and pick up some flower seeds, bulbs, or plants. Plant them in the garden, and watch them bloom. You can also create a small flower pot garden for your windowsill.

2

Arrange a bouquet

Visit your local florist or store and buy a selection of fresh flowers. Arrange them in a beautiful bouquet to display in your home, or give it as a gift to someone special.

3

Make paper flowers

Use cardstock, tissue paper, or construction paper to make colorful paper flowers. You can use glue, tape, or staples to assemble them, then hang them around the house for decoration.

4

Take photos

Head outside and take photos of flowers in nature. Flowers are everywhere: in gardens, along roadsides, in fields — you can find them almost anywhere! Capture the beauty of the blooms with your camera.

5

Give away flowers

Bring some sunshine into someone's day by giving away a bouquet of flowers. Hand out single stems to people you pass on the street or leave bunches of blooms at random places for passersby to discover.

Why We Love National Flower Day

A

Flowers symbolize emotions and occasions

National Flower Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate the beauty and significance of flowers. They have long been used to express emotions such as love, sympathy, and gratitude, and are often associated with significant occasions like weddings, funerals, and anniversaries.

B

Promotes mental health and well-being

Studies have shown that being surrounded by flowers can improve our mental health and well-being. Their vibrant colors and pleasant fragrances can boost our mood, reduce stress, and even improve memory and concentration.

C

It encourages environmental awareness

National Flower Day is an excellent opportunity to learn about the importance of flowers and plants in our ecosystem. They provide food and habitat for pollinators such as bees and butterflies, which are vital for the reproduction of many plants, including those that we rely on for food.

National Flower Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Mar 20
Monday
2024
Mar 20
Wednesday
2025
Mar 20
Thursday
2026
Mar 20
Friday
2027
Mar 20
Saturday