The name amaranthus derives from the Greek words "amarantos" and "anthos", which together translate to mean unfading flower. The flower is known by many names: amaranth, tampala, tassel flower, flaming fountain, fountain plant, Joseph's coat, love-lies-bleeding, molten flower, prince's feather, and summer poinsettia. Amaranthus was beloved by the ancient Aztec Empire. They used the flower and its seeds in food preparation, rituals, and therapeutic medicines.
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AmaryllisSymbolism: pride
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AnemoneSymbolism: anticipation, expectation, health, healing
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AsterSymbolism: patience, love, commitment, farewell
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AstilbeSymbolism: in waiting, dedication
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Baby's breath, also known as gypsophilia, or simply gyp, is a delicate flower symbolizing deep, everlasting romantic, familial, or brotherly love. It is commonly used to fill in arrangements for important life events due to its powerful meaning and versatile blooms. The name gypsophila derives from the flower's prefered soil type, which is high in the mineral gypsum. The common name, baby's breath, comes from the flower's association with baby showers, newborns, and childlike innocence.
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Bells of IrelandSymbolism: good luck
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CallasSymbolism: purity, faith
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White |
Red |
Pink |
Symbolism: luck, talent
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Symbolism: love, affection, admiration
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Symbolism: gratitude, motherly love, boldness, bravery
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The flower of consistency and steadfastness, caspia is a stately and refined native coastline flower. Also known by its genus name limonium bellidifolium, caspia is the tiny cousin of statice, a heartier accent flower. Limonium derives from the Greek word meaning meadow. It is most commonly available in a light periwinkle lavender shade and white. As a plant, it is extremely salt tolerant and has been called "lavender of the sea".
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Standard Mum |
Spider or Football or Fiji |
Green Buttons |
Symbolism: happiness, positivity, friendship, giving, well-wishing
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Symbolism: loyalty, honesty, virtue, truth, wealth, good fortune
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Symbolism: joy, perseverance
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These fun drum stick reminiscent flowers go by many names: craspedia, billy balls, billy buttons, and woollyheads. They bring a lively, youthful touch to arrangements and are especially common in fall weddings. They are native to Australia and New Zealand and bloom during warm weather patterns, with summer months being the peak. Their yellow to mustard palette works well with burgundy and navy, making them an attractive pop of color in the fall! They fade slowly, but as they age the vibrant yellow becomes dimmer and dimmer. They represent good health and liveliness!
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DahliaSymbolism: dignity, elegance
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DaisiesSymbolism: childbirth, motherhood, new beginnings
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One of the rare natural blues, delphinium is available in a variety or rich shades from pale blue to deep purple. The name delphinium derives from the latin word for dolphin, as referenced by the shape of its blooms and its ocean like colors. They were originally used Native Americans and later European settlers to make blue dyes. Other ancient civilizations also used the flowers to drive away pests like scorpions. They symbolize having an open heart, an ardent attachment, and a sense of lightness. Also called larkspur, this lovely true blue flower symbolizes boldness.
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These European moorland beauties come from the genisteae family, commonly called French broom plants. They add beautiful texture and often, lovely fragrance. The stems are tall stocks with blossoms opening widely at the bottom and buds towards the top. Some varieties have had much popularity in emblems of royalty and as popular dye shades throughout the centuries. These flowers symbolize a free spirit.
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The Gerbera Daisy's Victorian meaning is happiness- pure and simple. Throughout history, the daisy has been a symbol of lessening worries and congratulations of hard work. The Celts in particular believed that the flowers meant truth the disappearance of sorrows. Daisies collectively represent thriving children and happiness within the home. Giving the gift of wrapped or covered gerberas is symbolic of a secret or surprise!
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Named for the shape of their leaves, gladioli – from the Latin word "gladius," meaning sword – have a history than spans from Africa to the Mediterranean. Symbolizing strength and moral integrity, gladioli also represent infatuation, with a bouquet conveying to a recipient that they pierce the giver's heart with passion. They are lovingly called "glads" for short.
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Blue |
Green |
White |
Symbolism: apology, regret, heartfelt emotion, gratitude
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Symbolism: knowledge, understanding, honesty
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Symbolism: boasting, bragging
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HypericumSymbolism: spirituality
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IrisSymbolism: faith, wisdom, renewal
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Lavender has been adored for centuries for its beauty, fragrance, and medicinal abilities. The flower symbolizes purity, devotion, calmness, serenity, and grace. It is a flower of mature, refined femininity. Lavender's name is derived from the old French word "lavare" meaning to wash. The fragrance is commonly used in calming or sleep inducing aromatherapy. It's infusion has also been used to soothe burns, insect bites, and headaches. These flowers add a touch of gentleness and healing to arrangements.
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Liatris was supposedly first discovered and recorded by the Lewis and Clark expeditions in the prairies of the American midwest. Since then, they have become a staple in gardens - where they tend to attract butterflies and simultaneously deter deer! They symbolize joy, bliss, and happiness, making them perfect for a variety of occasions. They bloom from the tip down the stem and work well to add height and dimension in a variety of arrangements.
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White Stargazer |
Pink |
Oriental |
Symbolism: magnificence, majesty, honor, truth
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Symbolism: gentleness, sweetness, sincerity
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Symbolism: purity, sweetness, virtue
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Orange |
White Easter Lily |
Yellow |
Symbolism: desire, passion, confidence, pride
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Symbolism: rebirth, renewal, symbol of the Virgin Mary
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Symbolism: thankfulness, goodness, happiness
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Pink Stargazer |
White |
Peruvian (Alstromeria) |
Symbolism: wealth, prosperity
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Symbolism: humility, devotion, innocence, purity, sympathy
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Symbolism: friendship, devotion
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Lisianthus
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Monte Casino (Miniature Daisies) |
Symbolism: appreciation, beauty
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Symbolism, charm, patience, elegance
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The most highly coveted of ornamental plants, the delicate, exotic and graceful orchid represents love, luxury, beauty and strength. In ancient Greece, orchids were associated with virility. During the Victorian era, its symbolism shifted to luxury, and today this sense of magnificence and artful splendor continues, with orchids representing rare and delicate beauty.
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Peonies |
Protea |
Symbolism: beauty, bashfulness, new love, romance, coyness, loveliness
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Symbolism: change, renewal, rebirth, transformation, diversity, daring, courage
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Queen Anne's Lace (Wild Carrot)Symbolism: sanctuary
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Ranunculus (Buttercup)Symbolism: whimsical, romantic, sweetness
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Red |
Pale Pink |
Orange |
Symbolism: passion, love, desire, unconscious beauty
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Symbolism: grace, happiness, gentleness, appreciation, admiration
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Symbolism: enthusiasm, passion
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Yellow |
Lavender |
White |
Symbolism: joy, friendship, the promise of a new beginning
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Symbolism: love at first sight, enchantment
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Symbolism: purity, innocence, reverence, silence, worthy, humility
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Scabiosa (Pincushion)Symbolism: unfortunate love
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Snapdragons
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Goldenrod is an American classic flower with a wide range of native territory. These flowers have tiny blooms lining row after row of thin spikes. They are eye-catching due to their yellow hue and abundance in nature. The plant itself has also been followed by legend (and some scientific evidence, too) for its medicinal abilities in curing inflammation. Solidago symbolizes guidance, encouragement, and good fortune. They look lovely with many arrangements, or stand alone as a good luck charm.
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StaticeSymbolism: remembrance
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StockSymbolism: lasting beauty
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While their distinctive and brilliant appearance makes it easy to see why sunflowers have long held our fascination, when they were first grown in Central and South America, it was more for their usefulness (providing oil and food) than beauty. And perhaps this unique combination of striking beauty and utility is, in part, why sunflowers have appeared as such revered symbols throughout the ages. They symbolize adoration, loyalty, fertility, health, wisdom, and longevity.
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ThistleSymbolism: endurance, protection, pride, unity, victory
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TubarosesSymbolism: forbidden pleasure, sensuality, passion
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The name "tulip" comes from the Turkish word for gauze (with which turbans were wrapped), reflecting the turban-like appearance of a tulip in full bloom. By the 17th century, the popularity of tulips had soared, particularly in the Netherlands. Although different tulip colors carry distinct meanings - yellow tulips symbolizing cheerful thoughts, white conveying forgiveness and purple representing royalty, red representing perfect love.
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Wax flower has long been a symbol of happiness in marriage. The genus name is chamelaucium unicinatum, with unicinatum translating from Latin to mean "hooked" in reference to the leaves' tips. The flowers have a shiny, waxy look to them which has contributed to its common name. The flower is very popular in wedding and corsage work due to the size, texture, meaning, and the wide variety of shades available. Most varieties are white to purple, but can even be darker shades like red to burgundy.
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