FLOWER MEANINGS
It is most common nowadays to choose flowers based purely on their colour and appearance but sometimes knowing the meaning behind certain flowers can really influence your floral choices in an original and inspired way. These meanings are derived from Greek and Roman mythology, the middle ages and the Victorian era.
Anemone
expectation
Astilbe
"I'll still be waiting"
Baby's Breath
innocence, happiness, festivity
Calla Lily
magnificent beauty
Carnation
(pink) boldness, (red) love, (white) talent
Chrysanthemum
cheerfulness, optimism, truth
Dahlia
good taste
Daisy
innocence, loyal love, gentleness
Delphinium
lightness, fun, boldness
Forget-Me-Not
true love, hope, memories
Freesia
innocence, thoughtfulness, spirited
Gardenia
secret love, joy, good luck
Gerbera
happiness, love, appreciation
Gladiolus
strength of character, remembrance
Hyacinth
(white_ loveliness, (red or pink) playfulness
Hydrangea
understanding, perseverance
Iris
wisdom, faith, friendship
Lavender
devotion, happiness, success
Lilac
youthful, humility, confidence
Lily
majesty, truth, honour, pride
Lisianthus
outgoing, nature, appreciation
Lotus
mystery, truth
Love-in-the-Mist
delicacy, perplexity
Orchid
rare beauty, refinement, magnificence
Peony
bashfulness, good health, prosperity, romance
Poppy
(red) pleasure, (yellow) wealth, success, (general) imagination
Protea
diversity, courage
Queens Anne's Lace
delicate, feminitym sanctuary
Ranunculus
radiant charm, attractiveness
Rose
love, joy, beauty
Stock
lasting beauty, bonds of affection
Sunflower
adoration, devotion, warmth, happiness
Sweet Pea
lasting pleasure, goodbye shyness
Tulip
(general) perfect love, passion, (variegated) beautiful eyes, (red) declaration of love
Violets
(blue) faithfulness, (general) modesty, innocence
