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Flower Meanings and Anniversary Flowers

February 21, 2011 By rathemea Leave a Comment

Article by John E. Williams

For thousands of years meanings have been attached to flowers by many different cultures, with some of those meanings still being considered relevant today. Though the most important meaning is the thought behind each floral gift, flowers selected for their traditional symbolism and historical significance can speak to the recipient in a special way. In anniversary flowers, this tradition is taken even further by assigning particular flowers to each year of marriage. Though flower meanings vary from culture to culture and source to source, here are a few favorite flower choices for anniversaries to help you express your love throughout the years.


1st anniversary

Pansies – Thought, remembrance

Carnation – Joy, commitment, admiration (red), purity (white), never forget (pink)


2nd anniversary

Cosmos – Modesty

Lily of the Valley – Happiness, purity of heart, humility, devotion


3rd anniversary

Fuschia – Taste

Sunflower – Strength, warmth, nourishment. Signifies a ‘Devout admirer’


4th anniversary

Geranium – Comfort, gentility

Hydrangea – Gratefulness, pride, appreciation


5th anniversary

Daisy – Innocence, loyal love, ‘I’ll never tell’, purity. ‘You have as many virtues as this flower has petals’


6th anniversary

Calla/Calla Lilies – Magnificent beauty, transition, growth


7th anniversary

Freesia – Trust, fidelity, honorable love. The antidote to the proverbial thought that the seventh year brings restlessness


8th anniversary

Clematis – Clever, intellectual

Lilac – ‘The emotions of young love’


9th anniversary

Poppy – Imagination

Bird of Paradise – Magnificence, splendor. ‘Celebrating the unexpected side of romance’


10th anniversary

Daffodil – Regard, rebirth, unrequited love, chivalry. ‘You’re the only one’


11th anniversary

Tulip – Elegance, grace. ‘The most romantic of flowers’

Morning Glory – Loves you


12th anniversary

Peony – Good life, happy marriage, prosperity


13th anniversary

Hollyhock – Ambition, fruitfulness

Chrysanthemum -Abundance, loveliness, fidelity


14th anniversary

Orchid – Love, beauty, wisdom, thoughtfulness


15th anniversary

Rose – Love, passion, perfection. Roses have been a symbol of love since ancient times


20th anniversary

Aster – Patience, elegance. Known as the ‘Talisman of Love’

Day Lily – Coquetry


25th anniversary

Iris – Promise, faith, hope, wisdom, valor. Also, ‘My compliments’ and, ‘Your friendship means so much to me’


30th anniversary

Lily – Devotion, pride, beauty

Sweet Pea – Lasting pleasure, blissful pleasure. Also, ‘Thank you for a lovely time’ and, ‘I think of you’


40th anniversary

Nasturtium – Conquest, victory in battle

Gladiolus – Sword. Also, ‘You pierce my heart’


50th anniversary

Yellow Roses – Inner light. ‘The beauty of a long, prosperous marriage’

and Violets – Modesty, faithfulness, virtue, understated beauty


All flowers express love and caring, and some have special meanings to help you convey just the right message. So, whether you choose a particular flower based on its traditional symbolism, a special memory, or just your own personal style, you’re always sure to find a beautiful way to express your love with flowers.


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From the Fresh Flowers Family at 1-800-Florals, third-generation family florists, with thanks to Teleflora and About.com. For additional information visit Anniversary Flowers online.

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Flower Meanings in Western Culture

February 21, 2011 By rathemea Leave a Comment

Article by Sada Lily

We may be going over some of the more common, and favored flowers that are found out there.

We will start out with the carnations. The carnations have several different color varieties so we are going to go over the basic couple starting with the general meaning of the carnation. The carnation stands for the love of a girl and your love. It also incorporates fascination.

If you were to get a pink carnation that would suggest the person that sent you that carnation will never forget you. You will always be in their head even if you’re not there. If you were to receive the red carnation that fundamentally suggests that somebody misses you a lot. It implies that you are in their heart. It is also used for admiration. A white carnation fundamentally implies pure or true love, a person’s innocence. A striped carnation may be employed to convey that you cannot be with an individual. A yellow carnation is an indication of refusal.

Next we’re going to move onto the Chrysanthemum. The chrysanthemum generally implies that somebody is a fabulous buddy, rest, and even cheerfulness. The chrysanthemum also comes in different kinds in which we’re going to cover. The white chrysanthemum implies the truth, and the yellow means slighted love.

The daffodil stands for unrequited love, and it suggests that you are the only 1 for me. The daisy’s meaning is innocence, loyal love, purity, and the saying I may Never Tell. Lavender stands for Admiration, and solitude. The ambrosia flower is used to convey reciprocal love.

The Forget Me Not, which many of us are sure to know about, has the meaning of true love, and memories.

The white lily means virginity, purity, and majesty. The yellow lily means that you are walking on air, and the calla lily stand for beauty. The tiger lily, which is unique in and of it, stands for wealth and pride. The day lily is the Chinese emblem for mummy, and the Lily of the Valley basically stands for sweetness, humility, return to contentment, and that You’ve Made My Life Complete.

The bridal rose means love, naturally. The dark crimson rose stands for mourning, and the hibiscus rose stands for fragile beauty. The pink rose stands for perfect contentment, and the red rose stands for love and I adore you. The white rose stands for innocence and purity.

The sweet pea stands for good bye, and departure. The iris is a flower which represents faith, courage, and wisdom. It’s also used to convey the significance of a comradeship. The yarrow flower is used to convey healing, and aloe is used as a symbol of integrity and wisdom. The orchid stands for beauty, refinement, love, and lovely lady.

Now you know a touch more about some of the meanings to a couple of flowers that are commonly found in the florists today you will be in a position to realize what flowers should go in a certain bouquets, and if you receive a bouquet, what it implies. Keep in mind that no all folks will communicate in flower choices; they may have different cultural understanding per the meaning of flowers, or didn’t consider the flower meaning and simply chose them due to the design. However, some florists do keep these meanings in mind when coming up with a vase or bouquet.
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When to Select a Red Flower Girl Dress

February 21, 2011 By rathemea Leave a Comment

Article by Patricia Pirkis

Many brides want to incorporate a bolder color like red into their bridal party, but when it comes time to select a brilliant red flower girl dress they might second guess such a choice. After all, many women wonder, is red really acceptable for a child? Actually, it is more and more common to see a scarlet red flower girl dress which coordinates with the male or female elements of the overall bridal party.

For example, there are fairy tale-like dresses using tons of tulle and velour along with silk flowers and sashes to create extremely youthful and whimsical dresses, but there are also options for a red flower girl dress that rely on varying shades of that hue too. This might mean a rose plaid tartan dress or a bolder fuchsia dress instead of a deep red dress instead. All such styles might match groomsmen’s cummerbunds or bridesmaids gowns.

It is important to also remember that a red flower girl dress is not going to be cut or styled in the same manner as an adult gown. This usually implies that concerns about putting a child in a dress that is too ‘grown up’ in its appearance is never a problem. If the bride is still worried about such a strong color on a younger person, they might also opt for bold accents of red instead. For example, there are many styles of white dresses that can have sashes, hemlines, and all kinds of flowers or embroidery in a shade of red that coordinates completely with the remainder of the bridal party too.

If the flower girl is dressed in red, the effect of this color might also be reduced by the addition of silk flowers in a lighter shade, or by the selection of a style that has a youthful feature. For instance, a satin dress with a thick waistline of rosette flowers will easily downplay the potency of any shade or hue of true red.

Another thing to remember when opting for red in a bridal party is that many serious stains or marks are easily hidden by this shade. For instance, the younger flower girl who is prone to roughhousing or active play might be able to engage in her traditional behaviors without worrying about staining the dress with the slightest amount of activity. This is something that is a common issue with toddlers as well, and selecting a dress in something as ‘forgiving’ as a deeper red might be a good all-around solution.

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