A picture is worth a thousand words— but what does a flower have to say? Quite a lot, actually.Most people know the color of a rose can symbolize a particular emotion or sentiment, for instance:
- Red roses: I Love You, Beauty, Passion, Courage and Respect
White roses: Purity, Innocence, Secrecy, Reverence, Humility, Youth - Red and White roses: Given together, these signify unity
- Pink roses: Friendship, Appreciation, Thank You
- Yellow Roses: Welcome Back, Remember Me, Joy, Friendship, Delight, Promise of a new beginning
- Orange roses: Desire, Enthusiasm
- Peach roses: Appreciation, Sincerity, Gratitude
- Lavender or purple roses: Love at first sight, Enchantment
But did you know each variety of flower is said to carry its own meaning, carried down by years of culture and tradition? Here are some examples:
- White lilies: Beauty, purity, sweetness
- Canterbury Bells: Acknowledgement and gratitude
- Stock: Affection, lasting beauty
- Tulips: Beauty and perfection
- Lisianthus: Thoughts and thoughtfulness
- Gerbera daisies: Fond remembrance, thoughts of faraway friends
- Snapdragons: Graciousness, kindness
- Irises: Compliments, faith
- Sunflowers: Adoration
