language of flowers
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Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008Orchids are elegant and long-lasting flowers that draw immediate attention. This exotic and unusual flower evokes a sense of refinement and innocence.
25,000 different types of orchid are known and more are being discovered each year, orchids are of the largest flowering plant families. .
Orchids can impart a wide variety of messages, but historically the meanings of orchids have […]
The Language of Flowers: Gerbera Daisy
Tuesday, February 12th, 2008Gerbera daisies come in a vibrant rainbow of colors - pink, white, yellow red are just a few of the gorgeous colors that these happy flowers boast.
The gerbera currently ranks as the fifth most popular flower in the world behind the rose, carnation, chrysanthemum, and tulip.
The meanings of gerbera daisies stem from those of to […]
The Language of Flowers: Iris
Tuesday, January 29th, 2008The 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, 2008The 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, 2008Bright 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 […]
The Language of Flowers: White Rose
Friday, December 7th, 2007The white rose symbolises purity, innocence and secrecy. There are myths and legends from several different cultures relating to the origin of the first rose which is initially white in color and is then miraculously transformed. Oftentimes the pure white rose was depicted as being stained by blood, or made to blush from a kiss. […]
The Language of Flowers: Carnation
Wednesday, November 28th, 2007The carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) has a rich history and is a flower choice full of meaning. The name ‘dianthus’ means ”flower of love” or “flower of the gods”, depending on the source. One of the world’s oldest cultivated flowers, the carnation is appreciated for its ruffled appearance, clove-like scent, and extended blooming period.
The carnation’s history dates back to […]
The Language of Flowers: Yellow Roses
Tuesday, August 28th, 2007Yellow roses have a shorter but no less fascinating, history than other roses. It wasn’t until around the 18th century that yellow roses were discovered growing naturally in parts of the Middle East.
Also changed over the years were the meanings related to yellow roses. Throughout history, the color yellow has been closely associated with the […]
The language of flowers: Aster
Sunday, August 26th, 2007The September birthday flower is the aster, which is often used to accent different types of mixed flower arrangements. In addition to representing daintiness, asters are also known as a symbol of love
The Language of Flowers: Daffodils
Sunday, August 26th, 2007As one of the first flowers of spring, the daffodil is a classic symbol for rebirth and rejuvenation. Daffodils also convey a message of warmth and regard
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