Work, Service & Milestones
Client Thank-You Flowers
To thank a client, choose a polished, neutral arrangement — lisianthus, roses, hydrangeas, and eucalyptus in whites, greens, and soft tones — sized modestly and kept low in fragrance for an office setting. Keep the tone professional and gracious rather than personal, and include a clear note of thanks with your company name.
Written by the Burton Floral Design team · Published July 24, 2026
Flowers That Fit
Lisianthus
Eustoma grandiflorumRuffled, rose-like blooms on airy stems — soft romance with a longer vase life than it looks.
Rose
Rosa × hybridaThe most requested cut flower in the world — dependable, expressive, and available in nearly every color.
Hydrangea
Hydrangea macrophyllaBig, cloud-like heads that fill space fast — the workhorse of lush, full arrangements.
Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus cinereaThe most-used foliage in modern floristry — silvery blue-green leaves with a clean, aromatic finish.
Alstroemeria
Alstroemeria aureaThe workhorse of the cooler — long-lasting, budget-friendly, and multiple blooms on every stem.
Colors That Work
Worth Avoiding
- —Red roses or romantic styling — it muddies a professional relationship
- —Heavy-fragrance flowers — a client's office may be shared or small
- —Overly extravagant designs — they can feel transactional rather than gracious
The Practical Part
How big to go
Small to medium — a refined desk or reception arrangement. It should feel considered and professional, not showy.
Where to send it
The client's office or reception area, where a tasteful arrangement is welcome and appropriate. Confirm the address and, for larger firms, the recipient's name and department.
When to send it
After a project's close, a signed contract, or a year-end thank-you. Timing it to a specific milestone makes the gesture feel earned rather than generic.
What to spend
A moderate arrangement strikes the right professional note. Very expensive designs can feel like they carry an obligation; a gracious, well-made bouquet communicates appreciation without any awkwardness.
What To Write On The Card
The card is the hard part. Take any of these as-is, or as a starting point.
“Thank you for your trust and your business.”
“It's been a genuine pleasure working with you.”
“Grateful for the partnership — here's to what's next.”
“Thank you for the confidence you've placed in us.”
“We value working with you. Thank you.”
Mistakes People Make
- Choosing romance-coded flowers that confuse a business relationship
- Sending a fragrance-heavy design to a shared office
- Omitting the company name, leaving the client unsure who to thank
Common Questions
What flowers are appropriate to send a client?
A polished, neutral arrangement in a modest size — lisianthus, roses, hydrangeas, and eucalyptus in whites and soft tones. Keep the fragrance light for an office and the styling professional rather than personal, and always include your company name on the card.
How expensive should client thank-you flowers be?
A moderate arrangement is ideal. Very lavish designs can feel transactional or create a sense of obligation, while a gracious, well-made bouquet expresses genuine appreciation without any awkwardness.
Ready when you are
Send The Right Thing
Browse arrangements that fit this occasion, or call and tell us the situation — a designer will choose with you.