The Language of Flowers

The language of flowers can be traced back to the Victorian Era. In this era it was improper for a man to tell a woman how he felt so he would choose a flower and send it her.

The meaning of the flowers where clearly understood by the women of the Victorian era that she would understand the message of the flower.

Today many people don’t know the meaning of “flower talk” but on your wedding day wouldn’t it be nice to find out the hidden meaning in your wedding flowers.

Apple blossom - Temptation

Aster (single) - I will think about it

Camellia (white) - Perfected loveliness

Carnation deep red - Alas for my poor heart!

Carnation pink - Women's love

Chrysanthemum red - I love

Chrysanthemum white - Truth

Chrysanthemum yellow - Slighted love

Cineraria - Always delightful

Cyclamen - Diffidence

Dahlia - Instability

Daisy - Innocence

Daphne - Sweets to the sweet

Forget-me-not - Remembrance, true love

Gardenia - Refinement

Gladiolus - Ready armed

Hyacinth (white) - Unobtrusive loveliness

Ivy - Fidelity, friendship, marriage

Lilac purple - First love

Lilac white - Youthful innocence

Lily-of-the-valley - Return of happiness

Orange blossom - Your purity equals your loveliness

Pansy - Thoughts

Petunia - Your presence soothes me

Ranunculus - You are radiant with charms

Rose - Love

Rosebud - Pure and lovely

Snapdragon - No!

Stock - Lasting beauty

Sweet pea - Delicate pleasures

Tuberose - Dangerous pleasures

Violet - Modesty, faithfulness

The Language of Flowers

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