Tips for Giving Flowers to Men by Gift Expert Sherri Athay

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		Steve Jenkins, a flower delivery person in Eugene, Oregon, has seen a wide range of reactions from men receiving flowers. Some take gifts of flowers in stride, others receive them in a profound state of shock. One perplexed male said, "I'll see you again at my funeral . . . this will probably be the last time I get flowers before I die."
	floral gift ideas (excerpted from Present Perfect) "Pleasant but bewildered," is how Steve describes the typical male response to blooming gifts. A full third of Steve's 1,000+ deliveries last year were to men. He's seen what works and what doesn't and offers the following guidelines for giving flowers to men. Choose masculine flowers. As a general rule, dark-colored and sturdy flowers are more apropos. Pay attention to packaging. Opt for a sturdy mug, an earthenware pot, a fishing creel, or a sturdy wicker basket. Use a card to convey your sentiments! A few well-chosen words can turn a fellow from confused to flattered. Consider plant alternatives. Cactus gardens, although prickly, are especially well received. Present Perfect: Unforgettable Gifts for Every Occasion is filled with ideas for gifts of flowers and plants and many other creative gifts. In addition, you get tips on gifting etiquette, shopping, wrapping, special presentations, and much, much more. To order the book, click here. NEW! To start shopping for gifts right now, click here. Have any flower and plant gift ideas you'd like to share?