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As every flower lover knows, flowers have a language of their own. Every sentiment is expressed in one form or another by these fragile blooms and as a leading psychologist states
Flowers are a perfect replica of human life” . . . . planting . . . growth . . . . bloom . . . . withering
This is one version of the meaning of flowers, there are many different versions from several countries some with completely different meanings. This one is fairly comprehensive and one that is commonly used.
The Language of Flowers
Carnation
CARNATION General – Fascination; Divine Love
CARNATION Pink – I’ll Never Forget You CARNATION, Purple – Capriciousness
CARNATION Red – My Heart Aches for You; Admiration
CARNATION Solid Colour – Yes
CARNATION Striped – No; Refusal; Sorry I Can’t Be with You: Wish l Could Be with You
CARNATION White – Sweet and Lovely; Innocence; Pure Love; Woman’s Good Luck Gift
CARNATION Yellow – You Have Disappointed Me; Rejection
Chrysanthemums
CHRYSANTHEMUM General – You’re A Wonderful Friend; Cheerfulness and Rest
CHRYSANTHEMUM Red – I Love
CHRYSANTHEMUM White – Truth
CHRYSANTHEMUM Yellow – Slighted Love
Fern
FERN – Magic; Fascination; Confidence and Shelter
Gladiolus
GLADIOLUS – Give Me a Break . . . I’m Really Sincere; Flower of the Gladiators
Hydrangea
HYDRANGEA – Thank You for Understanding; Frigidity; Heartlessness
Lilies
LILY Calla – Beauty
LILY Day – Coquetry; Chinese Emblem for Mothers
LILY Eucharis – Maiden Charms
LILY Orange – Hatred
LILY Tiger – Wealth; Pride
LILY White – Virginity; Purity; Majesty; It’s Heavenly to Be with You
LILY Yellow – I’m Walking on Air; False and Gay
LILY-0F-THE-VALLEY – Sweetness; Tears of the Virgin Mary; Return to Happiness; Humility; You’ve Made My Life Complete
Orchids
ORCHID – Love; Beauty; Refinement; Beautiful Lady; Chinese Symbol for Many Children
ORCHID Cattleya – Mature Charm
Roses
ROSE Bridal – Happy Love
ROSE Christmas – Tranquilize My Anxiety; Anxiety
ROSE Coral – Desire
ROSE Damask – Persian Ambassador of Love
ROSE Dark Crimson – Mourning
ROSE Dark Pink – Thankfulness
ROSE Lavender – Enchantment
ROSE LEAF – You May Hope
ROSE Orange – Fascination
ROSE Pale Peach – Modesty
ROSE Pale Pink – Grace, Joy
ROSE Red – Love, Respect
ROSE Single Full Bloom – I Love You; I Still Love You
ROSE Tea – I’ll Remember; Always
ROSE Thorn less – Love at First Sight
ROSE White – Innocence and Secrecy
ROSE White and Red Together – Unity White on Red Together – Flower Emblem of England
ROSE Yellow – Joy, Friendship
ROSEBUD – Beauty and Youth; A Heart Innocent of Love
ROSEBUD Moss – Confessions of Love
ROSEBUD Red – Pure and Lovely
ROSEBUD White – Girlhood
ROSES Bouquet of Full Bloom – Gratitude
ROSES Garland or Crown of – Reward of Merit; Crown Symbol of Superior Merit
ROSES Musk Cluster – Charming
