Congratulations Flowers for a New Job or Promotion
Someone you know has a new job or a promotion? Find out which flowers to send, whether to send them to home or office, and what to write.
A new job or a promotion is the result of a lot of work, and it feels good when someone notices. A bouquet is a simple way to say congratulations, whether the person is a friend, a sibling, a partner or a colleague. Here is how to choose flowers that feel right for a career milestone.
- Best flowers: yellow or orange roses, sunflowers, bright mixes, or a desk plant.
- Where to send: home is safest; check reception rules before sending to an office.
- Avoid: red roses, unless they come from a partner.
- Card: Herzlichen Glückwunsch zur Beförderung!
Flowers that say "well done"
- Yellow roses: joy and friendship. See yellow roses.
- Orange roses: enthusiasm and admiration, the classic congratulations colour. See orange roses.
- Sunflowers: optimism for a fresh start. See sunflowers.
- Mixed bouquets: browse congratulations flowers.
- A plant for the desk: lasts for months and brightens a new workspace. See pot plants and orchids.
Home or office?
A delivery to the office can be a lovely surprise, but it can also make someone feel exposed in their first week. Some companies also have rules about personal deliveries. Unless you know the workplace well, sending flowers home is the safer and more personal option.
Who is sending?
- Partner or family: anything goes. Add a bottle of something to celebrate with. See wine gift baskets.
- Friend: a cheerful mixed bouquet and a warm card.
- Colleague or manager: keep it modest and neutral. Read flowers for colleagues and clients.
- Former colleague: a small bouquet on the last day, or a delivery after they have settled in.
Card messages
- Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum neuen Job! Congratulations on the new job!
- Herzlichen Glückwunsch zur Beförderung! Congratulations on the promotion!
- Du hast es dir verdient. You have earned it.
- Viel Erfolg und viel Freude im neuen Job! Lots of success and fun in your new job!
When writing to a colleague, use Sie if that is how you address each other at work. More ideas: what to write on a flower card.
Starting their own business?
If the new job is their own company, a shop or a practice, look at our guide to grand opening flowers for larger arrangements that suit a business.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Flowers are a warm way to say congratulations to a friend, a family member or a colleague who has started a new role.
Home is usually safer, especially in the first days of a new job. If you send them to the office, check that deliveries are accepted at reception.
Confident colours: yellow and orange roses, sunflowers or a bright mixed bouquet. A plant also works well for a new desk.
Yes, unless the flowers are from a partner. Red roses send a romantic message.
Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum neuen Job (congratulations on the new job) or Herzlichen Glückwunsch zur Beförderung (congratulations on the promotion).
Yes. A small bouquet on the last day, or a delivery after they start the new job, is a thoughtful farewell.
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