Archive for January, 2008

The Language of Flowers: Iris

Tuesday, January 29th, 2008

The iris flower is rich with meanings and convey deep sentiments.  Over 200 varieties are found worldwide. They have a wide spectrum of colors takes its name from the Greek word for “rainbow”.
 The iris’s history dates back to Ancient Greece when the goddess Iris, the messenger of the gods and the personification of the rainbow, acted as […]

The Language of Flowers: Red Rose

Tuesday, January 15th, 2008

The Red Rose carries more meaning than many other color roses and is a universal symbol. The long history of the red rose has lent it a wealth of significance. Red roses have been represented in countless works of art, from classical paintings and poetry to modern day music and media. They have appeared throughout history and […]

The Language of Flowers: Sunflower

Tuesday, January 8th, 2008

Bright and cheery, bold yet comfortable, sunflowers have brilliant yellow petals that surround the flower’s center giving it an unmistakable sun-like appearance. Sunflowers come in a number of varieties, ranging from small to large and from daylight yellows to sunset reds.
The use of sunflower images as religious symbols has also been documented in some native societies. With […]

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