Monday, October 09, 2006

Say it with flowers

Every flower has a message to convey and its color signifies a particular sentiment.

The rose is a messenger of love. A Single rose denotes undying love; two roses of any color tied together signify a commitment or forthcoming marriage. A Red rose says “I Love you”; White rose signifies purity; Bridal white means happiness and love; Yellow rose signifies joy.

Carnations express love, fascination and distinction. Light red carnation represents admiration; Dark red denotes deep love and affection. White Carnation indicates love and good luck; Striped Carnations symbolize regret that a love cannot be shared. Pink Carnation being the symbol of mother’s love is the emblem of mother’s day.

Orchids are a universal message of beauty, wisdom and thoughtfulness. In China, the Orchid signifies refinement and childlike innocence.

Chrysanthemums generally represent cheerfulness and rest. Red indicates love, good luck and best wishes; White Signifies truth; Yellow denotes slighted love. In Italy they are acceptable only at funeral. Although Chrysanthemums welcome throughout the British Isles and North America.

The sunflower promises power, warmth, and nourishment. To others, it denotes haughtiness and pretension or unhappy love.

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