Floral Advice

Let’s All Cheer For The Plant And Flower Of The Year

(NAPSI)—It’s official: 1-800-Flowers.com has named the sunflower as 2021’s Flower of the Year and the Prayer Plant as Plant of the Year. With everyone looking forward to a fresh start, there’s never been a better time to celebrate the hope, positivity and bright outlook each one of these well-deserved picks brings!



Sunflowers: Radiating Happiness



Sparking instant cheer with big, golden petals, sunflowers naturally turn toward the sun to uplift and inspire. That’s why the team at 1-800-Flowers is proud to give this ever-popular bloom the recognition it deserves. 



A Golden Opportunity



At a time when positivity is just what everyone needs, anyone can learn from this trending favorite:



•	It’s a powerful reminder to rise, shine and hold your head high.

•	All it takes is a bit of brightness to boost someone’s mood.

•	Looking on the bright side is something all people can all incorporate into their lives.



Plant Prayers Have Been Answered



This popular houseplant’s unique leaves show off painterly-like veins for a bold splash of color. At night, they fold up, resembling hands in prayer. It’s a powerful reminder of just how far gratitude can go, making this plant a natural choice for such a coveted award. 



Inspiration, for Every Day



There’s more than meets the eye when it comes to the Plant of the Year…giving people even more reason to love it.



•	Its vibrant appearance helps celebrate the beauty all around us.

•	This plant’s nightly routine can inspire us all pause and reflect 

•	Opening up again each morning promotes the idea that each day is full of opportunity.



“Plants are the perfect gift to help us relax and be happy,” said Alfred ­Palomares, vice president of merchandising for leading gifting site 1800flowers.com.



Over 40 years ago, 1-800-Flowers.com was founded on one simple, universal idea: making people smile. And that’s exactly what they’ve become most well known for. Through unique floral arrangements, thoughtful plant gifts, gourmet gift baskets, and so much more, 1-800-Flowers.com is there to help connect you with loved ones for life’s little and big moments and all those in between.