Romantic Meanings...Don't Forget the History of Flowers

As you choose your wedding flowers, it is interesting to know there is quite a history and meaning to every single blossom that adorns our earth. If you want to delve deeper than just the visual appeal of your floral selections, do a little research to find out the meaning behind each flower. Here are the meanings of just a few popular wedding flowers.

ROSE: Love, passion, perfection. Although white roses are for purity and yellow roses for friendship, the rose was named for the Latin word rosa which means red. It has been a symbol of love since ancient times. Associated with the 15th wedding anniversary, It is also known as the birth flower of June.

ORCHID: This magnificent flower was the symbol of luxury during the Victorian era. Today the orchid is a representation of rare and delicate beauty. The pink orchid is a symbol of pure affection. The orchid is the 14^th wedding anniversary flower.

LILY OF THE VALLEY: This popular wedding flower says, “You’ve made my life complete.” It also means purity of heart, sweetness, humility, happiness, and love's good fortune. Know as the flower of May, it is said to protect your garden from evil spirits.

PEONIES: Peonies are known as the flower of riches and honor. With their lush, full, rounded bloom, peonies embody romance and prosperity and are regarded as a symbol for a happy marriage. They are the state flower of Indiana and the 12^th wedding anniversary flower.

HYDRANGEA: This very popular wedding flower bares the meaning of heartfelt wishes and sincerity. Available in a vast array of colors, with bountiful rounded petals, it is a wonderfully graceful selection for any bouquet. The Hydrangea is the 4^th wedding anniversary flower.

CARNATIONS: This 1^st anniversary bloom can be found in a wide range of colors, and while in general they express love, fascination and distinction, virtually every color carries a unique and rich association. White carnations suggest pure love and good luck, light red symbolizes admiration, while dark red represents deep love and affection.

The fascination goes on and on with every possible story for any flower you can imagine. So before you tie up your blossoms in a bow, take a moment to find out a little more about the origin, meaning and symbolism to further enhance the romance of your special day!