Some gifts are timeless, while others are made more special by their sheer demand. Flowers are the kind of gift that carries both sentiments in any season. We get it. With hundreds of floral gift options, it’s easy to second-guess what to send, especially when you’re looking for the best flower gifts for someone important.
So, we crunched the numbers and combed through over 50,000 NetFlorist Google reviews to bring you the top 5 flower gifts our customers love so far in 2025. We’ll even throw in some floriography and let you know the meanings behind these flowers.
Without further ado, take a stroll with us down Flower Avenue. We’ll lead you to blooms that are loved and known for making moms cry, partners blush, and friends feel deeply seen. Backed by real ratings and top-tier sales stats, these 5 most loved flower gifts proved to be as unforgettable as the people who received them.
1. Elegant Cream Flower Arrangement – Our Best-selling Bouquet (So Far)
Average rating: ★ 5 (across large and standard variants)
Why people love it
Classic elegance never goes out of style. This cream-toned flower mix of lilies, roses and gerberas works for birthdays, sympathy, thank-yous, basically, any moment where grace and thoughtfulness are called for. With same-day delivery and a neutral colour palette, it’s our most versatile and most purchased bouquet of 2025. Making it an ideal pick if you’re looking for the most popular flowers to send.
Symbolism: Elegance And Grace
Total bouquets delivered: 3671
Delivery Zones: Nationwide sameday delivery
2. Pastel Flower Bouquet – Our Best Floral Gift For Thank-yous
Average rating: ★ 5
Why people love it
This soft-toned stunner is one of the most popular flower gifts in South Africa for good reason. With a seasonal flower mix of roses, various lilies, daisies, and classic mixers in gentle pastel shades, it’s a bouquet that feels like kindness made visible. Whether it’s sympathy, congratulations, or a subtle thank-you, this stylish bouquet fits effortlessly into homes, offices, and reception spaces alike because it proves that flower gifts don’t need loud colours to make a bold statement.
Symbolism: Gratitude And Admiration
Total bouquets delivered: 3262
Delivery Zones: Nationwide sameday delivery
3. Lush Pink Lilies And Cerise Roses In A Vase – Our Best Floral Gift For Mom
Average rating: ★ 5 (across all size variants)
Why people love it
Equal parts soft and vibrant, this pink lilies and roses floral arrangement speaks volumes without saying a word. Lilies bring fragrance and structure, while the cerise roses deliver a confident burst of colour. It’s the perfect floral arrangement for Mother’s Day, birthdays, or reminding mom she raised a top-tier gifter.
Symbolism: New Love
Total bouquets delivered: 2910
Delivery Zones: Nationwide sameday delivery
4. Bunch Of Lovely Red Roses In Craft Paper – Our Best Flower Gift For Romance
Average rating: ★ 5
Why people love it
Red roses are among the top-rated flower bouquets in the world (thanks a bunch, Saint Valentine). And this rose arrangement is classic romance, done right. The long-stemmed red roses arrive wrapped, hydrated, and heartbreakingly gorgeous. It’s the kind of flower gift you get for anniversaries, apologies, or spontaneous swooning.
Symbolism: Love And Passion
Total bouquets delivered: 2755
Delivery Zones: Nationwide sameday delivery
5. Magic Mixed Bouquet – Our Best Flower Gift For Birthdays
Average rating: ★ 5
Why people love it
A birthday isn’t just a day, it’s a reason to turn the volume up on joy. This floral birthday gift does exactly that. With vibrant sprays of yellow, purple, and pink chrysanthemums, paired with mini gerberas in radiant shades and rich carnations for balance, this mixed flowers bouquet is a full-on celebration in bloom. This arrangement is a colourful reminder that their birthday is the happiest day of the year. No wonder this is one of the most popular flower gifts on NetFlorist right now.
Symbolism: Joy And Happiness
Total bouquets delivered: 2417
Delivery Zones: Nationwide sameday delivery
Flower Gifting Hacks: How To Send Flowers For Delivery
Even the most beautiful bouquet can miss the mark if the delivery details aren’t spot-on. We’ve delivered thousands of floral gifts across South Africa, and over the years, we’ve picked up a few golden rules that make all the difference between a smooth surprise and a flower gifting flop.
Here’s how to ensure your gift lands exactly how you imagined it:
1. Pick A Bouquet They’ll Love
The trick to a hiccup-free flower delivery starts with choosing a lovely bunch. If you have your heart set on the most popular flowers to send, our best sellers are a great place to start.
2. Check For Availability
This is the most crucial step. Our site allows you to check for stock and delivery availability so you can ensure their blooms will be ready to go on the date you want to send them out.
3. Double‑check The Delivery Details
That means first name, surname, and contact number. If the recipient isn’t available when we arrive, a working number ensures our driver can reach them and avoid leaving your bouquet lonely at reception.
4. Be Specific About The Delivery Location
Hospitals, corporate offices, campuses, and estates can be tricky to navigate. Add extra info like department names, ward numbers, unit names or even gate codes so your flowers find their way straight to the right person.
5. Know The Sameday Delivery Cut-off
Need it delivered today? Make sure you place your order before 1 PM on weekdays and 12 PM on Saturdays. Orders placed after those times roll over to the next delivery window.
6. Add Your Name To The Gift Message
Even if you think it’s obvious, your recipient might not recognise your number or surname on the delivery note. Including your name in the message makes the moment clearer and more meaningful.
7. Avoid Going Anonymous, Unless It’s Intentional
It might sound romantic in theory, but anonymous flower deliveries can sometimes confuse or worry the recipient. If mystery isn’t the point, make sure they know exactly who’s behind the gesture.
If you want to know more about delivery tips and timing, read our full guide: Everything You Need to Know About Flower Delivery.
Every bouquet in this list has been loved, reviewed, and re-ordered for a reason, but they’re just the beginning. At NetFlorist, we offer a wide variety of fresh flower types, each with its own personality and story. And if you’re looking to add an even more personal touch, why not explore the art of flower arrangement yourself? With the right mix of stems and a little heart, you can create something truly one-of-a-kind. Because sometimes, the most meaningful flower gifts are the ones you had a hand in shaping.
Ready To Send Them One Of SA’s Most Loved Flower Arrangements?
Shop these top-reviewed and best-selling flower gifts online today and deliver joy to someone’s door with just a few clicks. Some gifts just melt hearts, while others get an average of 4.9 stars. Whichever you choose to send their way, trust NetFlorist to deliver wherever they are in South Africa.
