The Wonderful World of Flowers

Have you ever experienced an emotional high when receiving flowers, enjoyed the look of surprise when a loved one received a bouquet? Then you know what I mean when I say there is power in flowers. They have their own special way of communicating ones feelings to another person. Whatever it is that you are trying to say, can be said through flowers to celebrate any special occasion.
Sometimes a sentiment of thankfulness, joy, peace, love or celebration is in order. Sending a bouquet or gift basket is a positive, emotional, uplifting experience that can last the recipient for days.

Flowers can help us enjoy every occasion in our lives. Setting a dinner table with a simple vase filled with fresh flowers gives the meal an entire different feel than one without. A corporate setting with a gift basket or bouquet of flowers livens up the room bringing smiles and joy to everyone. We all know how patients who receives flowers experience comfort, love and joy while recovering during their hospital stay.
Flowers are a powerful way to share our sentiments on those very important events in the lives of our friends and family. Why not send someone you care about some flowers today!

Many of us may have heard someone mention the meaning of a particular flower, but one persons meaning may not be the same as another's.

Over time, meanings have been known to change and have meant different sentiments during various time periods. Time always moves forward and with it often comes change. Today flower meanings may have been forgotten by many, but to some, their meanings still carry thoughtful sentiments.

I will list some of the most popular flowers that are widely used today in flower arrangements. I hope you enjoy their meanings and learn something new. Maybe you will even decide that flower meanings are worth remembering and share them with others.

Watch out!
You may find yourself sending a different type of flower the next time you place an order.

Alstroemeria ~ aspiring
Aster ~ contentment
Baby's Breath ~ festivity
Bachelor Button ~ anticipation, blessedness
Bells of Ireland ~ good luck
Chrysanthemum ~ cheerfulness, wonderful friend
Daffodil ~ chivalry
Delphinium ~ boldness
Daisy ~ innocence
Freesia ~ spirited
Gardenia ~ joy, secret love
Gladiolus ~ strength of character, sincere
Hydrangea ~ perseverance
Iris ~ inspiration, faith, hope
Jasmine ~ grace and elegance
Larkspur ~ beautiful spirit
Lavender ~ distrust, dauntlessness
Lilac ~ love's first emotion
Lily ~ majesty, sweetness, purity
Lisianthus ~ calming
Lupine ~ imagination
Mistletoe ~ kiss me,surmount difficulties
Morning Glory ~ affection
Orchid ~ delicate beauty
Palm ~ victory
Pansy ~ loving thoughts
Passion flower ~ passion
Poppy (red) ~ consolation
Rose:
(red) ~ love, I love you
(pink) ~ perfect happiness, fiendship
(red & white) ~ unity
(white) ~ purity
(yellow) ~ jealousy, decrease in love
(thornless) ~ early attachment
Snapdragon ~ presumptuous, deception
Stock ~ lasting beauty, affection
Sunflower ~ adoration
Sweet pea ~ shyness
Tuberose ~ pleasure
Tulip ~ perfect lover, hopeless love
Veronica ~ fidelity
Violet ~ faithfulness
Yarrow ~ good health
Zinnia ~ thoughts of an absent friend

Ever wonder what COLOR has to do with flowers? Some varieties hold special meanings that have been carried down from generation to generation. Today many do not realize the importance in the color of a particular flower. Color alone can convey a sentiment or secret meaning to the one sending them, as well as, the one on the receiving end. Meanings today tend to cross over from one variety to another following a simple color rule. Just think about how you feel when you see a particular color. Here are a few thoughts to stir your imagination.

If you want to make a statement, bring red flowers into a room for a real attention grabber. Many readily think of love when they see a red rose, not too surprising considering the stimulating affects of red on our senses. Thus the popular color for Valentines Day and Christmas.

Maybe your thoughts wander to images of sweet innocence on viewing a soft pink rosebud. A young girl in a flouncy dress on her 16th birthday or her very first prom date with a rosebud corsage.

Everyone smiles when they see yellow daisies or large yellow sunflowers making yellow a popular color to brighten up someones day. Yellow reminds us of sunshine and energy which puts a little extra zip into an otherwise dull day. Yellow and orange are often used to make festivities cheerfully brighter. They have a way of bringing joy, warmth and even sincerity to any occasion unlike any other color.

Bring white flowers into any room and you will often feel the calming, peaceful affect they have on our senses. White flowers are often the dominant color used in floral arrangements for funerals because of their calming effect. Brides wear white because it represents purity, perfection and innocence worldwide.

Purple on the other hand represents spirituality, power and passion. You may quickly think of luxurious things related to royalty when you see the color purple, or purple lavender that is often used for calming the nerves during meditation. Purple flowers are often mixed with other blue flowers, along with white and yellow, to invoke a sense of pleasure.

Blue being the coolest of the colors, sends a sentiment of truth and inspiration. It is the most popular color used for creating a tranquil, restful atmosphere which helps us to relax after a very hectic day.

The color of flowers can have a dramatic impact on a persons well-being. So no matter what your looking to say, remember, color has a meaning all it's own in the wonderful world of flowers. Below is a list of the most popular I could find. I hope you all find them as interesting as I did. Enjoy!



Camellia:
pink ~ longing for you
red ~ you're a flame in my heart
white ~ you're adorable

Carnation:
pink ~ gratitude, I'll never forget you, womans love
red ~ flashy, my heart aches for you
striped ~ refusal, sorry I can't be with you
white ~ remembrance
yellow ~ cheerful

Columbine:
purple ~ resolution
red ~ anxious, trembling

Chrysanthemum:
bronze ~ excitement
red ~ sharing
white ~ truth
yellow ~ secret admirer

Daisies:
Michaelmas ~ afterthought
Oz-eye ~ a token
parti-colored ~ beauty
white ~ loyalty in love

Heather:
lavender ~ admiration
white ~ you're wishes will come true

Hyacinth:
blue ~ constancy
purple ~ forgive me
pink or red ~ playful
yellow ~ jealousy

Iris:
blue ~ pure friendship

Poppy:
red ~ pleasure
scarlet ~ fantastic
white ~ consolation
yellow ~ success

Roses:
red ~ romantic love
purple ~ the giver has fallen for the recipient at first sight
coral ~ signal desire
pink ~ express our gratitude and appreciation
light pink ~ show feelings of admiration and sympathy
peach ~ can signify either sympathy or gratitude
white ~ shows reverence and humility

Tulip:
pink ~ caring
purple ~ royalty
red ~ declaration of love
white ~ forgiveness
yellow ~ hopelessly in love

Violet:
blue ~ faithfulness, love
white ~ lets take a chance, innocence, modesty
yellow ~ happiness

Zinnia:
magenta ~ lasting affection
scarlet ~ constancy
white ~ goodness
yellow ~ I will remember you daily

Every month significant events happen within the floral industry. One of them is that each month has it's own birthday flower. Check out the list below to find your birthday flower.

JANUARY ~ carnation

FEBRUARY ~ primrose, violet

MARCH ~ daffodil

APRIL ~ daisy, sweet pea

MAY ~ lily of the valley

JUNE ~ rose

JULY ~ larkspur, water lily

AUGUST ~ poppy, gladiola

SEPTEMBER ~ aster, morning glory

OCTOBER ~ cosmos

NOVEMBER ~ chrysanthemum

DECEMBER ~ poinsettia

So, you now have a beautiful bouquet of flowers.
Or, perhaps it is a single flower you want to keep fresh.
Here are some tips for helping them to last as long as possible.

Before You Put them into the Vase

* When your flowers arrive cut an inch off each stem
* Don't let any leaves fall below the waters surface
* Follow the flower food instructions that come with your flowers
* It will nourish the flowers and discourage bacteria from growing in the water

Caring for Your Cut Flowers - Keep Them Blooming for Days

* Keep cut flowers out of direct sunlight
* Avoid drafts from fans, open windows or heat vents.
* If the water becomes cloudy, change immediately.
* Changing the water every other day helps maintain freshness.
* Making fresh cuts each time you change the water helps them last longer too.





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