Flowers to hospital – how to choose the right bouquet
Few things brighten up a hospital stay like a beautiful flower bouquet. Flowers bring comfort, energy and a feeling of care. But not all flowers are suitable for hospital – here's the guide you need.
Order flowers easily online – same day delivery.
Order flowers nowFlowers that lift the mood
Studies have shown that flowers have a real positive effect on patients' wellbeing – they contribute to lower stress levels, reduced blood pressure and better mood. When you want to send flowers to hospital, you should choose bright, cheerful colours that convey hope and positive energy.
Tulips – fresh and cheerful
Tulips in pink, yellow and purple are an excellent choice for hospital visits. They have little or no fragrance (which is important in hospital!), last a long time and radiate freshness. A colourful tulip bouquet really works wonders for the mood in a hospital room.
Gerbera – the flower of joy
With their strong, cheerful colours, gerberas are ideal for hospital visits. The flower is virtually fragrance-free, has long-lasting blooms (up to 14 days) and symbolises pure joy. Mix orange, yellow and pink gerberas in a bouquet to create a warmer and cheerier atmosphere in the room.
Daffodils and hyacinths
Daffodils stand for new life and hope – an encouraging message to someone who is ill. Hyacinths in light colours give a lovely warm touch. Be aware that hyacinths have a strong fragrance – check with the ward if fragrant flowers are alright first. You can order flowers with delivery direct to the hospital.
Send flowers quickly and safely throughout Ireland.
View prices and selectionWhat should you avoid at the hospital?
- Strongly scented flowers: Oriental lilies, stargazer lilies and strongly scented roses can trouble patients with nausea or allergies. Check with the ward in advance.
- Allergy-causing flowers: Pollen from lilies and chrysanthemums can trigger allergic reactions. Gerberas and tulips are safer alternatives.
- Lilies on cancer wards: Many cancer wards do not allow lilies at all, because of pollen dust and strong scent. Always check with the ward.
- Potted plants with soil: A number of hospitals do not allow potted plants with soil due to infection risk. Cut flowers are the safest choice.
Read our guide to sending flowers for more information about delivery times and practical tips. Also see flower language to choose the right symbolism for the person who is ill.
Safe choices for hospital visits
- Gerbera (virtually unscented, long-lasting)
- Tulips (unscented, cheerful colours)
- Alstroemeria (unscented, very long-lasting)
- Chrysanthemum (long-lasting, faint scent)
- Waxflower/sunflower (cheerful, low allergy risk)
Send flowers to the hospital to spread joy – see our selection of flowers online with fast delivery.
