Flower Meanings
Traditionally flowers have had a language of their own. In olden days when you gave a gift of flowers you were sending a secret message to the recipient. Some have kept that meaning – such as a red rose meaning love but many have long disappeared.
The Traditional Language of Some Favourite Flowers
Anemone
Anticipation or sincerity
Aster
Elegance or daintiness
Calla Lily
Beauty. White cala lilies symbolise purity
Daffodil
Rebirth, new beginnings
Daisy
Innocence, loyal love
Delphinium
Big heartedness, fun
Freesia
Innocence, thoughtfulness
Gerbera
Cheerfulness
Gladiolus
Strength of character
Snapdragon
Graciousness, strength
Sunflower
Adoration, dedication
Sweet Pea
Pleasure, bliss
Hydrangea
Heartfelt emotion
Jonquil
Love me
Larkspur
Levity
Lily
Purity, beauty
Peony
Beauty, compassion
Tulip
Perfect lover
Poppy
Imagination
Ranunculus
Radiant charm
Carnation
Pride and beauty.
Red symbolises love,
Pink – I’ll never forget you.
White – Pure or loyal love.
Yellow – Slighted love
Chrysanthemum
Fidelity, optimism.
White symbolises truth.
Yellow – Slighted love
Rose
love. Red – I love you.
White – Innocent love,
Red and White mixed – Unity.
Yellow – Jealousy, lost love.
Pink – Perfect happiness.
Rosebuds – Young, innocent love
Hyacinth
Flower dedicated to the Greek god Apollo symbolising playfulness