Asters and day lilies, the 20th anniversary flowers
The aster is the flower most commonly associated with the 20th wedding anniversary. Its star-shaped petals stand for wisdom, patience and faith, which is a fair summary of what it takes to reach twenty years. Purple asters symbolise knowledge, white ones loyalty, and pink ones devotion, so there’s a shade for whatever you want to say. Read more in our aster guide.
Daylilies are another bloom commonly associated with the year, usually in cream or white, and they look wonderful when worked into a mixed hand-tie. Browse our lilies range, or our lily guide for what they symbolise.
What is the china anniversary?
The 20th wedding anniversary is known as the china anniversary. China is the traditional gift, platinum is the modern one, emerald is the gemstone, and the colour theme runs through emerald green and white. China was chosen because it’s beautiful, finely made and lasts for decades when it’s looked after, which is exactly the point.
That colour theme makes white flowers an elegant choice for the 20th, especially white roses or lilies set against rich green foliage.
Make more of the milestone
- Go bigger with our luxury flowers range for a statement bouquet.
- Add a bottle of champagne or a hamper to make an occasion of it.
- Something lasting: browse our plants range.
- Stuck for words? Our anniversary messages guide has plenty of ideas.
20th anniversary flower delivery
Order by 3 pm for same day delivery, or choose next day or a nominated date so they arrive on the morning itself. We also deliver to over 130 countries.