Showing posts with label Flower Meanings. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Flower Meanings. Show all posts

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Meanings Of Orchids Flowers

Orchids are believed to be the most complex flowers among all whether it’s about growing them at home or if considered in regard to their species. Broadly all the Orchid species are divided into 5 groups.
Epiphyte: This is the type of Orchid that is found to be growing on trees and other plants. But they do get their required nutrients from water and air too; they do not remain dependent on other things only.
Lithophytes: These are strange type of orchids and they grow over rocks. They have also the system same as epiphytes to gain the nutrients necessary for their growth.
Monopodial: This type will have new growths over its stems that grow vertically. (They will need less space horizontally but should be planted at a place that is open and free till high.)
Terrestrial: These are the orchids planted in ground and they gain their nutrients through their roots who extract minerals from the soil they are placed in.
Sympodial: These are the Orchids that grow horizontally and so they spread sideways. They usually spread very quickly.
The flower symbolism associated with the orchid is love, beauty, refinement, many children, thoughtfulness and mature charm. Orchids are found in several colors and bring about different impact every time with a different meaning.
Yellow orchids are amazing, bright and cheerful. Yellow orchids bring a graceful feeling to any floral arrangement. Commonly known as flowers of love, yellow orchids have a rare and delicate beauty. Also, yellow orchids are a symbol of royal elegance.
Black orchids are mysterious flowers. They are described as fantasy flowers that have magical powers. Black orchids are a symbol of power and absolute authority.
White orchids are the rarest type of orchids. Beautiful, elegant and pure, the white orchid stands out in every flower arrangement. White orchid represent delicate beauty. They stand for purity, innocence, virtue and divine beauty.
The pink orchid is a magnificent flower. The pink orchid is the most delicate and interesting flower. Pink orchids are known to be flowers that represent love and pure affection. Pink orchids stand for pure affection.
Red orchids are often described as “an Asian love’s dream”. Radiant and grand, red orchids represent the extraordinary wishes of love. Red orchids stand for passion, energy, power, strength, determinism.
Blue orchids are rare, beautiful and deep meaningful flowers. Blue orchids represent delicate beauty. They are royal in color, and therefore, they represent depth, power and stability.
Purple orchids are stunning and their color is absolutely magnificent and the blooms differ from the brightest shade of royal, mysterious purple to the gentlest shade of lavender. Lavender orchids provoke romance and elegance, while deep purple arouses mystery and suggests uncertainty.

Friday, September 30, 2011

Wedding Flowers By Season

Beautiful flowers are a necessary part of any wedding. They will make wedding more colorful and increase romantic atmosphere. So choosing your wedding flowers carefully.
With the development of modern transport and technology, you can choose the flowers whatever you like. For example, you can buy tulip in winter, although it blossoms out in summer actually. But in this case, you may spend much more money on flowers than are anticipated. The best way is that to select the local flowers which blossom in your wedding season.
Here is a list of a few of the many flowers that are in each season.
Spring: Blossoms (cherry, pear, apple) Sweet Pea, Lilac, Roses, Tulips, Magnolia, Hydrangea, winter jasmine
Summer: Rose, Lily, Cornflower, Forget-me-Not, Daisy, Sunflower, Rose Mallow, Peony, Orchid, Calla
Autumn: Aster, Chrysanthemum, Pot marigold, Narcissus, Dahlias
Witer: Freesia, Holly, Ivy, Amaryllis, Roses, Evergreens, Poinsettias, Mistletoe
Depending on the flowers you choose, building ceremony and wedding reception decorations based on your flowers can also be cheaper than finding other ways to decorate. Flowers automatically look dressed up and a single stem can be placed in a vase with a ribbon for an easy elegant look at little cost. Choosing seasonal flowers can really make the decoration savings add up.

Thursday, September 15, 2011

Flower Meanings



Alstroemeria: This hardy flower got its name from its discoverer, Baron Klas Van Alstoemer, who found its seeds in 1753. This flower is generally linked to symbol of friendship. Send bouquets containing alstroemeria to show the strength of your bond with another.
Amaryllis: The amaryllis bulb is famous for its capability to produce flowers for up to 75 years. Amaryllis flowers represent radiant beauty. Order beautiful amaryllis for someone who is beautiful form inside and outside.
Anemone: This colorful flower belongs to the family of buttercup. The anemone is said to have sprung from the blood of the Roman god Adonis. These flowers generally represent anticipation. Help soothe someone’s nerves with this tranquil, lovely flower.
Anthurium: This flower got its origin in Hawaii, these exotic flowers are the most popular and long-lasting of the all available tropical flowers. Anthuriums is the symbol for hospitality. Whenever you turn yourself as guest in someone’s home, make sure to present some anthuriums to your host.
Aster: In ancient times, it was believed that if aster leaves were burned, the perfume would drive away evil serpents. In present century, asters are used to symbolize the element of patience. Running behind on a client’s project? Send some asters to show that you appreciate them bearing with you.
Bird of Paradise: This strange and wonderful flower belongs to the native to South Africa and represents the feeling of joyfulness. The Bird of Paradise is an excellent flower choice to send for any celebratory occasion.
Bouvardia: These flowers got their name from Charles Bouvard, a Parisian doctor. This flower is native to Mexico and was introduced in the UK in 1854. Bouvardia represents the sense of enthusiasm. Reward a hard-working employee with a bouquet made from the bouvardia.
Carnation: Carnations, originally belong to the East; have been cultivated for the last 2,000 years. These hardy, fragrant flowers represent the feeling of pride and beauty. Send a bouquet of carnations to let someone know you are proud of them.
Chrysanthemum: These flowers got their origin from the Chinese gardens for over 2,000 years. Today, the chrysanthemum is acknowledged as a symbol representing sun. Chrysanthemums represent essence of fidelity. Make sure to send them to your spouse in honor of your wedding anniversary. Daffodil: Generally it is a belief that when daffodils arise from the ground, it is considered a sign that winter is coming to an end and warmer weather is approaching. Daffodils represent the essence of chivalry. Present a bouquet of daffodils to handsome man at work who always holds the elevator for you.
Delphinium: Delphinium got its meaning from Greek word meaning Dolphin. Delphinium symbolizes the essence and feeling of heavenly qualities. Give some to your mother for her saintliness in having put up with you during your more trying periods.
Freesia: This wonderful flower is named after the German physician Friedrich Heinrich Theodor Freese. Freesia represents the essence of innocence and makes the perfect gift choice for the proud parents of a newborn baby.
Gladiolus: This amazing flower got its meaning from the Latin word that means sword, gladiolus represented Roman gladiators. Gladiolus symbolizes strength of character. Send a bouquet of gladiolus as a token of respect to a person whose character you admire.
Heather: This flower in history is widely used as roofing material, bedding, a form of fuel, in basket and rope making and as a dye. In a more esthetic realm, heather represents the element of admiration. Present a bouquet of this amazing flower to someone whose friendship you value most in life.
Hyacinth: As per the Greek lore, this wonderful flower was named after a boy, Hyacinth, who was killed after being hit in the head with a discus. A flower sprouted from the wound as the god Apollo held the boy. Hyacinths, originally belongs to the land of Turkey, represent constancy. Make sure to present a bouquet of hyacinths to someone special to express the constancy of your love.
Hydrangea: This flower got its origin in Japan; this flower was introduced to the UK in the year 1788. Hydrangeas represent feeling that is initiated by anything that is sincerely heartfelt. Send these flowers to thank someone for a special kindness or to offer an apology.
Iris: Irises are different from others in the fact that it opens in the spring and can remain open for several days. Traditionally, this graceful flower has been chosen to convey they essence of “my compliments”. Compliment someone today by sending them a bouquet of irises.
Larkspur: Larkspur belongs to the family of the buttercup, symbolizes levity. Send a bouquet of larkspur to help someone see the humor in a situation.
Lilac: Lilacs have their origin roots in Southeastern Europe and were introduced in the U.S. in the 1700s. They represent the element of youthful innocence. Send a bouquet of lilacs to celebrate a recent graduate.
Lily: The majestic white lily symbolizes the elements of chastity and virtue. Tiger lilies represent wealth and pride. Make sure to send a floral bouquet of tiger lilies to wish someone happiness and prosperity in all shades of life.
Lisianthus: This amazing flower got its origin in Texas and Mexico, the long-lasting lisianthus symbolizes the essence of an outgoing nature. Brighten your company events with lisianthus arrangements.
Orchid: This exotic and amazing flower is meant to leave a long lasting impression, make sure to send an exotic orchid flower bouquet to someone who has captured your eye.
Peony: This flower got its origin in the land known to world as China, peonies were used widely throughout all phases of history as a medicine, as well as source of impressive decoration. Today, this lush, lovely flower is chosen to say "I love you," for the person who feels too shy to utter the words.
Protea, King: Protea flowers, this flower is considered as the oldest flower present on the earth belongs to oldest families of flowers on earth, dating back 300 million years. This flower has its early roots of origin to both Australia and South Africa, they symbolize the element of courage. Show your mettle by sending an arrangement of protea.
Queen Anne’s Lace: This delicate flower got its name from Queen Anne, the wife of King James I. Her friends challenged her to create lace as beautiful as the flower, which she did. Queen Anne’s Lace represents sanctuary. Decorate with bouquets of Queen Anne’s Lace to make a house to generate memorable feeling of being like a home.
Ranunculus: This stunning flower is got roots of origin in Asia and was celebrated for its medicinal properties as well as its beauty. Present your prom date with a bouquet of ranunculus to tell her she looks radiant. Feeling of radiant generates with this amazing flower.
Rose: Roses represents the never ending feeling of love and passion. Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, presented a rose to Eros, the god of love. Roses can convey various sentiments, according to number and color. This flower rules the world of beautiful flowers with diversified effective usage in different situations of life.
Snapdragon: The land and place of origin for snapdragon is unknown. Children throughout history have been known to squeeze the sides of the flower to make it appear to talk. Send a floral gift of snapdragons to the object of your desire.
Statice: This wonderful flower creates the feeling of remembrance; statice is generally used in dried flower arrangements. It is also considered an herb and called "sea lavender." To show someone you miss them, never forget to include statice in your flower bouquet.
Statice: This wonderful flower creates the feeling of remembrance; statice is generally used in dried flower arrangements. It is also considered an herb and called "sea lavender." To show someone you miss them, never forget to include statice in your flower bouquet.
Sunflower: This wonderful flower with great looks symbolizes longevity in China, these cheerful flowers, which always face the sun, initiates the feeling of pure thoughts. Present them as a token of your pure love.
Sweet Pea: This amazing flower got its origin in Italy, sweet pea is known for its sweet fragrance. This flower is a lovely complement to any bouquet. One must include this flower for its amazing diversified properties.
Tulip: This amazing flower got its origin in Persia; tulips were at one time as expensive as a house because of their rarity. Express your love lavishly with tulips.