Jassica Wilton
3 min readJun 28, 2016

Meanings Of Flowers

Do you know that flowers have meanings and significance associated with them? Read the article to find out more.

Flowers are popularly used as one of the most important mediums for celebrating different occasions in our daily lives. They are clearly visible in different ceremonies including weddings, birthdays, graduation, funerals and so on. Some flowers have religious significance too.

Many people know that red roses mainly signify romance and love, whereas yellow roses are meant for celebrating friendship. However, meanings are not only associated with red and yellow roses, but also other different types of flowers.

People generally don’t consider the meanings of different flowers before presenting them to their dear ones. Likewise, people receiving flowers as gifts also are unaware of the significance and actual meaning of the blooms and as a result they miss out the chance to know about the real underlying message.

Stated below are the meanings associated with the 10 most popular flowers that are commonly used by florists in order to prepare various floral arrangements:

1. Amaryllis :
This flower is the symbol of splendid beauty. It is used to specify worth beyond beauty.

2. Alstroemeria :
This flower is a symbol of fortune, wealth and prosperity. It is also known as the bloom of friendship.

3. Anemone :
It indicates the feeling of having been rejected, or fading hope. But at the same time, it is also considered as a symbol of anticipation.

4. Anthurium :
It indicates abundance, hospitality and happiness.

5. Aster :
It signifies patience, daintiness and elegance.

6. Calla Lily :
This flower is used to portray innocence and purity. It makes a perfect wedding bouquet element too.

7. Daffodil :
It is indicative of eternal life, new beginnings and rebirth. It is also a symbol of unrequitted love.

8. Freesia :
This flower symbolizes thoughtfulness and innocence.

9. Gardenia :
It is a sign of sweetness and purity. This flower conveys joy and also indicates secret love.

10. Iris :
Purple iris is the symbol of compliments and wisdom whereas blue iris symbolises hope and faith. On the other hand, yellow iris is a sign of passion and white one is the symbol of purity.

So whenever you need to arrange a bouquet of beautiful flowers for your loved ones, always keep in mind the specific meanings of the different blooms. There are several florists providing services of flower delivery in Newborough. Thus, while placing your order, ask your florist to arrange the flowers according to the type of celebration and then deliver it at the right place.