Rosh Hashanah is a wonderful holiday dedicated to celebrating the beginning of the New Year for the Jewish people. With a taste of apples and honey in hopes of a sweet upcoming year, people love to gather with friends and family to celebrate and participate in traditional rituals to welcome to coming year.

For those preparing to host an event, it is natural to want to find the perfect decorations to make the home feel welcoming and prepared. Those attending a dinner or other celebration at another’s home will want to bring some kind of gift to show their appreciation for the host. Fortunately, no matter which category one falls into, flowers and arrangements make for an excellent idea. Here are some wonderful ideas to consider when selecting the perfect one.

Sunflowers

Sunflowers are fantastic choices for this time of year because they are known for their bright, beautiful color that helps to bring any room they are in to life. They are wonderful for bringing a bit of the beauty of nature indoors. Sunflowers can make an excellent gift from guest to host or can be a great adornment around the house. Consider for example adding an arrangement to a fireplace mantel or a kitchen counter to brighten the atmosphere for the new year.

Sweets

Rosh Hashanah is the time of year when people like to indulge in sweets. It is common to eat traditional treats, such as apples with honey, but also a variety of other types of sweets, such as exotic fruits and baked goods. Liven up the dessert table by including decorative fruit or snack bowls. For example, some fruit bowls will come with flowers to make the arrangement look more decorative, or even cookie or candy jars can have flowers on them. It is a great way to be more festive while also remaining traditional for the holiday.

Lilies

Lilies are beautiful fall flowers that many people love this time of year. They make for great additions to a centerpiece because of the rich color and variety they offer. They can be easily paired with other wonderful fall flowers, such as roses, snapdragons, and other beautiful blooms. Look to include colors that help make the entire arrangement rich in fall colors such as purples, reds, greens, yellows, and perhaps a bit of pink. It will light up the dining room table and be perfect for serving the Rosh Hashanah meal.

Rosh Hashanah is a holiday about looking back at the past and anticipating the future. Celebrate the holiday with some of these stylish ideas and get the new year started on the right foot.