Flower Delivery UK 

The Meaning of Flowers

Over the centuries different flowers have been associated with different meanings.

 Originally a secret language of flowers was developed by the Turks
 to send secret messages or convey feelings of attraction, affection or love. 

This secret language was introduce into Europe in the 1700's and was particularly popular
 with the Victorians.  Today, however, many of the meanings have been lost
 and the trend for secret messages has gone - except for on Valentine's Day!

But, just out of interest, here are a few flowers with their traditional meanings
 that are available at Flower Delivery UK, at your local florist or in your garden.

Acacia - Hidden Love

Amaryllis - Pride

Anemone- Sincerity

Aster - Love

Azalea - Womanhood and 'Look after yourself'

Begonia - Be Careful

Bittersweet - Truth

Bluebell - Truth

A Bunch of dead flowers - Rejected Love

Camellia - Admiration

Candytuft - Admiration

Carnation - Fascination

Red Carnation - Admiration

White carnation - Innocence

Yellow Carnation - Rejection

Pink Carnation - I'll never forget you

White chrysanthemum - Truth

Red Chrysanthemum - Love

Crocus - Cheerfulness

Cyclamen - Farewell

Daffodil - Respect

Daisy - Purity

Dandelion - Happiness and Devotion

Forget-me-not - True Love

Forsythia - Expectation

Freesia - Faith

Geranium - Stupidity

Gladioli - Sincerity

Grass - Surrender

Heather - Admiration

Holly - Happiness at Home

Yellow Hyacinth - Jealousy

Purple Hyacinth - Regret

Blue Hyacinth - Constant

Hydrangea - Insensitive

Iris - Affection and Friendship

Lilac - Beauty

White Lily - Purity

Yellow Lily - Gratefulness

Lily of the Valley - Humility

Magnolia - Dignity

Marigold - Jealousy

Mistletoe - Kiss me

Myrtle - Love

Narcissus - Correctness

Orchid - Refinement and Beauty

Pansy - Happiness

Petunia - Anger and Bitterness

Poppy - Oblivion

Primrose - I need you

Rhododendron - Take Care

Red Rose - Love and Romance

White Rose - Purity

Yellow Rose - Jealousy

Dark Red Rose - Grieving

Snapdragon - Deceit

Stock - Love ties

Sweet pea - Leaving, Thank you

Tulip - Good Luck

Red Tulip - I love you

Violet - Virtue and Faithfulness

Wallflower - Faithfulness

So whatever the traditional meanings of flowers, chances are the recipient
 won't know them anyway! 

So whatever you send it shows you care
and that's the most important message to send to anyone!

To Contact Flower & Gifts Delivery UK

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