*Traditional
Meanings of Flowers
There's a flower - and a universal language - for every occasion, every expression, every sentiment. One has but to
identify the thought, the feeling, the intention, then find the perfect flower
or flower grouping:
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| Aster: Symbol of love |
Rose, Cherry: Sweetness of
character derived from good works |
| Arbutus: Thee only do I love |
Rose, Cream: Perfection and
best qualities |
| Bells of Ireland: Good luck |
Rose, Lavender: Rare and
dignified |
| Chrysanthemum, white: Truth
and long life |
Rose, Peach: Unequaled
qualities and charms |
| Forget-Me-Not: Memories |
Rose, Pink: Perfect happiness;
grace and beauty |
| Gardenia: Secret love |
Rose, Red: I love you; romance |
| Heather, white: Wishes will
come true |
Rose, Thornless: Love at first
sight |
| Lily of the Valley: You make
my life complete |
Rose, White: Purity;
Worthiness |
| Lily, Casablanca: Virginity of
purity |
Stephanotis: Exotic travel |
| Lily, Calla: Beauty
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Viscaria: Will you dance with
me |
| Orchid: Refinement; Beauty |
Zinnia: Lasting affection |
| Peony: Happy marriage |
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Other Meanings,
Other Flowers . . . |
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| Apple Blossom: Preference |
Mimosa: Secret love |
| Bachelor Buttons: Single
Blessedness |
Myrtle: Love |
| Bluebell: Everlasting love |
Ornamental Cabbage: Profit |
| Camelia: Perfect loveliness;
Gratitude |
Rose, Coral: Messenger of love |
| Carnation, Pink: A woman in
love (or maternal love) |
Rose, orange: Fascination |
| Chrysanthemum: Truth; Love |
Rose, peace: Modesty |
| Clyclamen: Modesty |
Rose, pink: Grace |
| Daffodil: High regard |
Rose, white: Innocence |
| Daisy: Innocence |
Rose, yellow: Friendship |
| Honeysuckle: Devoted affection |
Sweet Pea: Delicate pleasure;
departure |
| Hyacinth: Playfulness |
Tuberose: Voluptuousness |
| Ivy: Fidelity |
Tulip, Red: Love |
| Jonquil: Affection returned |
Violet: Faithfulness |
| Lily: Majesty |
Zinnia: Thoughts of absent
friends |
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Note:
Combining
flowers creates special meanings. A combination of red roses (Love), white
roses (purity), and ivy (fidelity) symbolize unity.
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Tips
for Ordering Flowers from Retail Florists |
| Having
trouble deciding which flowers to give? Make your neighborhood retail
florist your "personal shopper." A trusted florist can be a confused
shopper's best and least expensive consultant. When you place an
order, you don't have to have a specific design or flower in mind.
Give the florist some details, such as . . . |
- The emotion you want to convey or
the occasion you want to recognize
- The recipient's age
- Favorite colors
- Favorite flowers
- Some personality traits of the
recipient
With busy lives and full days, few of
us can spend as much time as we would like selecting the perfect gift.
Let a professionally trained retail florist help you with your
selection! Order from a florist who is a member of a nationally
recognized wire service, such as FTD, Teleflora or Extra Touch
Florists Association. Then stand by and wait for the heartfelt
acknowledgment from the recipient who feels you sent the perfect
flowers!
Our thanks to the
California State Floral Association and California Cut Flower
Commission for these special gift giving tips. |
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