flowers to fan the flames

Going on a first or second date is always a little nerve-wracking - from coming up with the perfect outfit to deciding what to order at the restaurant, you want everything to be perfect. Of course, dates aren't limited to new couples! Even married folks who have been together for years can enjoy spending an intimate evening together, and what better way to make your partner feel loved than with a beautiful bouquet of flowers? As with anything, you're probably going to be thinking a lot about what blooms you want to be giving, so here's a quick primer on some of the many choices available to you and what they might signify.
Though you may want to simply bring a dozen roses and be done with it, don't you think that idea is a little tired? Use your imagination! There are so many different flowers out there that can help you bring something unique to the table.
1. Sunflowers
Sunflowers are one of the most pleasant sites to behold, if only because they hearken to vast expanses of green grass, bright rays of sunshine and endless fields of yellow blooms. These will look great on their own, but if you really want to go for the gusto, try pairing them with some purple flowers for an extra burst of color!
2. Tulips
There's something about these modest little flowers that absolutely captures the child heartfelt imagination. They make a great gift, if only for the fact that they practically explode out of the vase. You can fit dozens of tulips into one container, and they come in a wide variety of colors, so you can create a veritable rainbow of flowers without much effort at all!
3. Irises
A properly-arranged bouquet of irises is sure to capture anyone's heart the moment they lay eyes on the flowers golden center against exotic blue. They're absolutely gorgeous and sit in a vase in a way no other flower is able. The deep coloring and lazy droop of the petals creates a truly unique visual effect that you're simply not going to find anywhere else. If you'd like to bring something new to the table, the iris may be right up your alley.
Of course, presenting the flowers is a whole different story. You can choose to either start the evening off with them or finish up dinner with a romantic flower bouquet. Whatever you decide, make sure it's a surprise!