Mother's Day

Mother's Day Flowers That Tell Her She Is Loved Out Loud

Mums notice everything: the phone call you almost forgot, the card written in a hurry. That is why Mother's Day flowers work. A hand-tied bouquet arriving at her door says you planned this, you pictured her face, and you wanted her to feel it. Every stem we send is conditioned, arranged and wrapped by a real florist at our Claremont studio, the same way we have done it since 1999.

Mother's Day Flowers by Type, From Classic Roses to Proud Proteas

If she loves soft and classic, start with roses, still the most-sent Mother's Day flower in South Africa. If she is proudly local, a protea bouquet makes a statement no imported bloom can match. For the mum who does sunshine, sunflowers are pure joy in a wrap. Browse the full range of flower bouquets, or choose from our vase-ready flower arrangements so she never has to hunt for a vase or trim a stem.

Torn between options? The Florist Choice Bouquet lets our florists tie the freshest stems of the morning in whichever palette suits the day, and the Fabulous You Flower Arrangement arrives arranged in its own vase, ready for her kitchen table.

Same-Day Mother's Day Flower Delivery in Cape Town and Johannesburg

Order before 12pm, Monday to Saturday, and our own drivers will place her bouquet at her door the very same day. Our same-day flower delivery runs in both cities, with Cape Town flower delivery from Claremont to Camps Bay and Johannesburg flower delivery from Sandton to Fourways. One honest note: fresh flowers travel same day in both cities, but Johannesburg gift boxes go by courier rather than with our drivers, so allow 2 to 4 business days for those.

Mother's Day Gift Pairings That Turn Flowers Into a Whole Morning

Flowers open the door; a little spoiling keeps her there. Pair her bouquet with our bath and body gift sets for a slow Sunday soak, or add something from champagne and wine for the toast she deserves. The Love and Light Flower Gift Set does the pairing for you, and the wider Mother's Day gifts collection covers everything in between. Stuck for inspiration? Read 25 heartfelt gifts for Mom from daughter and 50 best gifts for mothers before you decide.

Sending Mother's Day Flowers Home From London, Sydney or Dubai

If you are one of the thousands of South Africans living abroad, you know the ache of missing her Sunday lunch. Order online from anywhere, pay with your international card, and we will do the rest. Bouquets reach mums in Cape Town and Johannesburg the same day, and our nationwide gift delivery couriers a hamper to her door anywhere in South Africa in 2 to 4 business days. If the card has you stuck, our guide to Mother's Day messages gives you the words.

When Is Mother's Day in South Africa?

South Africa celebrates Mother's Day on the second Sunday of May every year. The next Mother's Day is Sunday 9 May 2027. Set the reminder now; future you will be grateful you did.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Mother's Day in South Africa in 2027?

Mother's Day in South Africa falls on Sunday 9 May 2027. It is always the second Sunday of May, so the date shifts slightly each year.

What flowers should I choose for Mother's Day?

Roses for love, lilies for elegance, proteas for a proudly South African statement and sunflowers for the mum who lights up every room. Carnations remain the traditional Mother's Day flower. If in doubt, let our florists choose the freshest stems of the day for you.

Can I get same-day Mother's Day flower delivery?

Yes. Order before 12pm, Monday to Saturday, and we deliver fresh flowers the same day across Cape Town and Johannesburg, hand-carried by our own drivers, not a courier.

What should I pair with Mother's Day flowers?

Bath treats, chocolates and bubbly are the classics for good reason. Browse our gifts for Mom collection for ready-made pairings, or read our Mother's Day gift ideas guide for suggestions by budget and personality.

Can I order Mother's Day flowers from overseas?

Yes. Daughters and sons in the UK, Australia, the USA and beyond order through our site every year. Pay with any international card and we handle everything else, from the hand-written card to the doorstep delivery.

Do you deliver Mother's Day gifts outside Cape Town and Johannesburg?

Fresh flowers are same-day in Cape Town and Johannesburg only. For mums in Durban, Pretoria, Gqeberha and everywhere in between, our gift boxes and hampers travel by courier and arrive in 2 to 4 business days.