Businesses can also come to De Duinroos for beautiful, fresh bouquets. In fact, we've developed our own business ordering page for this very purpose. We support business clients every day with the care and delivery of fresh auction flowers, and we understand better than anyone why bouquets are a smart business move, opening doors and strengthening professional relationships. In this article, we share our insights into why flowers are the perfect gift for ambitious entrepreneurs.
Why choose flowers for business?
Business gifts are essential for business success. They strengthen relationships, show appreciation and ensure your company stays at the forefront of people's minds. A thoughtful gift is worth a thousand emails.
In our opinion, flowers are the ultimate business gift. Why? Flowers strike an immediate chord with your business contacts. Their colours and scents bring life to business environments and directly appeal to the senses. Did you also know that flowers can demonstrably boost mood, reduce stress and improve air quality? This makes them a strategic gift that will brighten up any business relationship.
Smart business: the tax benefits of business gifts
As an entrepreneur, you're always looking to make smart choices. Good news! Flowers as business gifts offer attractive tax benefits:
- They are fully deductible as a business expense up to €227 (excluding VAT) per recipient per year
- They are subject to a low VAT rate of 9%. Note that the standard rate of 21% applies to vases and accessories.
- They are simple to administer, with clearly itemised VAT breakdowns on invoices.
Do you use flowers to decorate your office? Then they fall under 'interior design' and are fully deductible, including VAT. It's a double whammy: you enhance your work environment and benefit from tax advantages!
For accounting purposes, it is important to distinguish clearly between flowers as business gifts and flowers for office decoration. Make sure you clearly indicate the purpose in your records and keep all invoices carefully.
When do flowers really make a difference?
While sending flowers is always a good idea, these are the moments when they have the greatest impact:
After a successful collaboration
Give your project partner a bouquet to celebrate completing a project. It's a cheerful way to celebrate your shared success, and it lays the foundation for future collaborations. A lush bouquet in warm colours radiates gratitude and appreciation.
For personal milestones
Whether it's a promotion, an anniversary or a new office space, flowers show that you're invested in your partner's life. Elegant, luxurious bouquets are perfect for marking these special moments.
As an unexpected surprise
Flowers make the biggest impression when there's no immediate reason, especially when they're unexpected. Spontaneous gestures are often remembered the longest. Choose cheerful, seasonal flowers that will instantly bring a smile to someone's face.
After a meaningful introduction
Has someone introduced you to a valuable new contact? Say thank you with a bouquet — it speaks volumes. A refined yet understated arrangement is appropriate here — stylish and sincere.
Holidays and special occasions
Christmas, Easter or a company anniversary are all perfect times to surprise your clients with a seasonal arrangement. Choose bouquets that match the mood of the occasion to create an extra festive feel.
How to choose the perfect business bouquet
Selecting the ideal business flowers is straightforward, provided you know what to look for. Here are some tips from our florists:
- Tailor it to the recipient: a law firm might appreciate a different type of arrangement to a creative agency, for example. For formal relationships, sleek, modern bouquets often work better, while creative companies appreciate more colourful, playful arrangements.
- Choose seasonal flowers: they are fresher, more sustainable and often more affordable. In spring, suitable flowers include tulips and daffodils, while in summer, you should opt for summer bloomers such as sunflowers and gerbera.
- Consider the appearance: a business bouquet should feel luxurious without being overdone. Prioritise quality over quantity. Flowers such as roses, gerbera and amaryllis always work well in business bouquets. Also consider colour combinations that match your client's corporate identity or complement their interior.
- Make it personal: a personalised card transforms a standard bouquet into a symbol of sincere appreciation. Keep the card short, but always include a personal message to show that you have truly thought about the relationship.
A sustainable B2B gift
At De Duinroos, we make sustainable choices tangible. Our Gold certification from the Sustainable Florist Barometer means that at least 50% of the flowers in your business gifts are sustainably certified, the packaging is responsible, and the gifts are delivered by local florists with short transport routes.
For an even greater impact, we also offer 100% sustainable bouquets from growers with MPS-A(+) certification — the absolute best in terms of responsible cultivation.
This will immediately strengthen your company's image. You can demonstrate social responsibility without greenwashing, align with modern CSR policies and show your clients that you care about the environment. At a time when companies are being scrutinised for their sustainability efforts, our bouquets are the perfect business gift to enhance your reputation and protect the planet.
Send business flowers through De Duinroos.
With over 95 years of experience, De Duinroos makes sending business flowers easy. You can simply order your bouquet through our website, or create your own account for added convenience! You'll then have your own ordering environment. This allows you to submit orders on account, link them directly to your purchasing system and have flowers delivered anywhere, anytime.
Whether you're sending one bouquet or a thousand, we'll handle it with the same passion! As always, orders placed before 1.45 pm will be delivered the same day to any address in the Netherlands!