FLOWER MEANINGS
Allium
Often referred to as “Gladiator,” “Goliath,” and “Globemaster,” there’s no doubt in our minds that this flower is just as enchanting and unique as it appears. Each bloom is packed with hundreds of tiny, densely packed individual flowers, simply adding to the beauty and wonder of these ornamental onions. (Yes, we said onions). [1]
Alstroemeria
The term Inka means “ruler” or “lord” in Quechua, the main language of the Inca Empire. And like the Incas, alstroemeria rules over gardens and bouquets alike, with its incredible colors and tiger-pattern throats.
Amaryllis
These big beautiful blooms may be a holiday favorite, but they’re actually derived from a group of tropical plants from Central and South America.
Anemone
No, not the one under the sea! We prefer the one in the garden *wink wink*.
Anthurium
Also known as laceleaf, anthurium is a stunning flowering pant of about 1,000 different species, and the largest genus of the arum family, Araceae. Some other common names of this beautiful bodacious bloom include tailflower and flamingo flower.
Aster
A part of the daisy family, aster is an ancient bloom that has been around for thousands of years, and you better believe it’s got a story to tell!
Astilbe
Commonly known as ‘False Goat’s Beard,’ Astilbe brings light and life to even the shadiest of corners. And don’t worry, there’s nothing false about this bold perennial wildflower!
Baby’s Breath
Baby’s breath plants have become somewhat of a cliché in floral arrangements, but you may fall in love with this plant all over again in the flower garden. The plants look dainty but hang tough in dry sandy soils, and they’re deer resistant to boot.
Bells of Ireland
Despite their namesake, these regal bell-shaped greens actually hail from Turkey. So why Bells of Ireland, you might ask? It’s all thanks to their bell-like shape and lively green color, giving them their famous Celtic signature.
Bird of Paradise
Truly one of the most unique, exotic blooms out there! Bird of paradise hails from South Africa and belongs to the plant family Strelitziaceae.
Black Eyed Susan
No, not the Black-Eyed Peas! We’re talking about the Black-Eyed Susan! North America’s favorite flower has entered the building! These charming blooms don’t only radiant sunshine; they’re carefree and easy to grow too!
Blue Passion Flower
This popular, unique tropical bloom is a species of flowering plant native to South America and is known for its stunning, vibrant blue hue.
Calla Lily
Simple elegance and symbolic beauty—the Calla Lily. If you’ve ever been to a wedding or a church on Easter, you’ve likely seen these elegant white flowers. Their sleek and bold lines are real attention grabbers, but in addition to white, they’re available in many other vibrant colors.
Carnation
Carnations aren’t just your grandma’s favorite flower! With a huge variety of colors to choose from (even striped varieties), and a different meaning for each color, carnations can be the perfect gift for tons of occasions – as long as you know what each meaning is, of course. Plus, this herbaceous perennial is hardy, long-lasting, and has a lovely sweet scent.
Celosia
Commonly known as cockscomb or silver cock’s comb, Celosia is a plant of tropical origin and is known for its vibrant, bright colors and unique shapes.
Chrysanthemum
Also known as mums, Chrysanthemums are a widely popular bedding plant used in landscaping projects around homes and businesses because of their hearty nature. Yet, it’s also one of the most important cut flowers used for bouquets and boutonnieres today.
Daffodil
Multiply like rabbits? Check. Return year after year? Check. Not fussy about soil? Check. Not fussy about sunlight? Check. Not bothered by deer, rabbits, or other critters? Check! Daffodils are a great all-around flower!
Dahlia
Anyone can identify a dahlia. Their look is completely unique and they provide one of the most spectacular blooms in the flower kingdom. They come in countless sizes and colors, but each is distinct with their spike-like petals and vibrant colors. They start blooming in early summer and will keep growing all the way through autumn!
Daisy
Who doesn’t love daisies? These beautiful sunny blooms are classy, simple, and the perfect flower for any occasion.
Delphinium
Delphiniums are perennials with sensational spikes of color. They’re summer flowers, and you’ve probably seen them in blue, pink, white, and purple, usually around cottages.
Eucalyptus
Whether you like them in the form of your favorite oil pouring out of a defuser on a relaxing night in, a calming perfume, a silky smooth sleepy-time lotion, or standing tall in a vase in your kitchen, who doesn’t love eucalyptus!?
Flowering Dogwood
We all get that little tingle of excitement as we start to see the budding of the flowering dogwoods. They symbolize the end of a long, cold winter and the beginning of a fresh spring. But that’s not all they symbolize…
Forget Me Nots
Next time you need a bouquet, don’t forget about forget-me-nots! A delicate but beautiful flower, with a storied past, and rich with symbolism.
Freesia
The sweet smell of spring! These blooms may be dainty, but don’t let that fool you! We’re talking about freesia!
Gardenia
Gardenias, not to be confused with giardiniera (the pickled vegetable medley), are beloved for their unique fragrance and distinct, creamy-white flowers and leathery green leaves. Gardenias are heat-loving evergreen shrubs or trees that make up for their not-so-easy maintenance with a spellbinding scent.
Gerbera Daisy
They’re sleek; they’re elegant, they’re big, bright, and fabulous. We’re talking about gerbera daisies.
Gladiolus
The gladiolus: a beautiful, proud, tall drink of water. We commonly recognize glads by their strikingly tall stalks and large, abundant blooms that grow in all sorts of vibrant colors. As the month of August’s prized flower, these blooms have a lot more to offer than just their beauty.
Great White Trillium
Trillium is a forest wildflower that is part of the lily family. Although it’s quite the stunning wild beauty, it is a little smelly. If you ever find yourself hiking your way through the Pacific Northwest, be sure to keep your eyes and nose) peeled!
Hibiscus
The ultimate tropical bloom! Hibiscus is a genus of flowering plants in the mallow family, Malvaceae, and are native to warm subtropical and tropical regions around the world!
Holly
Have a holly jolly Christmas! With it’s shiny, prickly leaves and bright red berries, holly is undoubtedly a Christmas favorite. But that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy them all year round!
Hyacinth
Ah, the sweet smelling loveliness of the hyacinth. We all know this beautiful bloom for its to-die-for light and airy fragrance we wish we could bottle up and wear as a perfume. But the hyacinth also has a jam-packed history and symbolism that is full of decadence and the tragedy of love.
Hydrangea
What are those giant bushes covered in perfumed blue and pink clusters of flowers? Why hydrangeas, of course! Just as popular in bridal bouquets as adorning your country home, these blooms are nothing if not versatile.
Hypericum Berries
Hypericum, otherwise known as the gift that keeps on giving. Why? After they’ve finished flowering, they produce beautiful, festive berries!
Iris
Who doesn’t want to feel like royalty? The iris is an age-old flower of stature and wealth, dating back to ancient Egyptian palaces, and a sure-fire way to make your home feel like a palace, too. So it’s simple: add some irises to your studio apartment and, voila! your very own chateau.
Larkspur
Larkspur is a member of the Ranunculaceae family and is native to the Northern Hemisphere and the mountains of tropical Africa. Pro Tip: Don’t let your eyes fool you! While undoubtedly beautiful, Larkspur is toxic to humans and livestock.
Lavender
A part of the mint family, the perfumy bloom we all know and (hopefully) love, we’re talking about lavender!
Lilac
Just when winter starts to feel like an endless Game of Thrones episode—boom!—suddenly the lilac blooms and you know that spring is here. This fragrant favorite gets the season started, with a scent that never fails to make us nostalgic for young love.
Lily
More than just a 30th Anniversary flower!
Lily of the Valley
A personal favorite of Audrey Hepburn and featured in many royal weddings – this delicate woodland plant is famous for its sweetly scented, bell-shaped white flowers. Native throughout the cool temperate Northern Hemisphere in Asia and Europe, this pendant bloom has surely made its mark in history.
Lisianthus
Sometimes the simplest of things can become the most elegant…
Lotus
The Nelumbo nucifera, also known as the sacred lotus, water lily, or just plain old lotus—is considered one of the most sacred blooms in our world’s history.
Magnolia
No, we’re not talking about Steel Magnolias, unfortunately. But we are talking about one of the most iconic trees of the American South!
Marigolds
Marigolds may be the birth month flower of October, but they’re soo much more than just our favorite fall annual!
Mountain Laurel
The mountain laurel is a stunning evergreen shrub of the Ericaceae – or heath family. It’s deep green, leathery leaves, clusters of pink, purple, and white blooms, and unique gnarled branches make the perfect accessory to any garden, mountain road, or backyard.
Narcissus
A symbol of faithfulness, good wishes, and respect, Paperwhite narcissus blooms in the winter, making it the perfect birth month flower for December.
Orchid
As one of the oldest flowering plants and with over 200,000 different species, the history and symbolism behind these ancient blooms will blow your mind.
Peony
It’s plain to see the sheer beauty of the peony, and if you’ve ever gotten up close and personal with one, there’s no denying that their beauty pairs nicely with their enticing, floral fragrance that we just can’t seem to get enough of. If you thought the peony couldn’t possibly contain any more sophisticated beauty, you thought wrong!
Poinsettia
The ultimate holiday plant – Poinsettia in the house! Known for its classic red and green foliage, these beautiful red blooms are frequently used in Christmas floral arrangements, churches, and commonly given as gifts throughout the holiday season!
Poppy
They’re stunning, they’re elegant, they’re vibrant and beautiful! With their endless colors, ease of growth, and bountiful symbolism, these blooms are way more than just a pretty face!
Prickly Wild Rose
The prickly wild rose, often identified by their light pink or white petals and prickly stems, are not only beautiful in appearance, but their high vitamin C content and rose hip seeds are commonly used in many skin care products we see on the market today.
Protea
Native to Australia and South Africa, Protea are the epitome of unique and actually date back to prehistoric times!
Ranunculus
Arguably, one of the most beautiful blooms around—the ranunculus is a wedding-season favorite!
Rose
Roses, the world’s most popular flower, come in just about every color imaginable and express a vast range of emotions. Gardeners obsess over them, and even gas stations sell them. Break out the rose-colored reading glasses for a crash course in this iconic bloom.
Shamrock
Known for its Irish roots, there’s no doubt you’ll see shamrocks everywhere when St. Patrick’s Day comes around.
Snapdragon
Oh snap, we’re talking about Snapdragons!
Solidago
A popular filler flower in floral arrangements, solidago is so much more than just a green. Otherwise known as Goldenrod, solidago is a genus of about 100 to 120 species of flowering plants in the aster family, Asteraceae. (Plus, it’s offered all year round).
Spider Mum
A funky member of the chrysanthemum family, spider mums are known for their unique, spider-looking petals!
Statice
A part of the Limonium family, you’ll often see statice used in fresh and dried flower arrangements due to its beautiful shades and unique shape. Plus, there are over 120 different species of statice!
Stock
Stock is not just your average beautiful bloom! They’re also known as one of the easiest plants to grow. Stock are festively fragrant, come in a variety of colors, and are named…stock…huh? Don’t worry we’ll get into how these stunning blooms got their name in just a bit…
Sunflower
What’s more joyful than a sunflower? Their huge, yellow-orange blooms tower over the garden, but they make up for stealing the show by providing seeds, feed, and pollen. Sun-seekers, summer lovers, and snowbirds who flock south at autumn’s first chill, this steadfast symbol of sun-worship is for you.
Texas Bluebonnet
Predominantly found in the southwestern parts of the United States, allow us to formally introduce you to the official state flower of Texas, the bluebonnet. Named after the bonnets worn by pioneer women to shield them from the sun, the bluebonnet epitomizes both beauty and poise.
Tulip
Tulips aren’t too elegant, too romantic, too big, too small, or too bright; tulips are always just right. Not to mention cozy, like snuggling up in your favorite blanket with a fire crackling and snow gently falling.
Violet
You’ve seen these tiny, but nevertheless lovely clusters of vibrancy, so there’s no need for us to try and capture your attention with vague magniloquence! The stunning beauty of the violet does that all on its own.
Waxflower
Waxflowers come as the perfect mix of sugar and spice, with their sweet fragrant blooms and spiky evergreen shrubs. These wildflowers are pros at spreading good vibes and look just as lovely in your garden as they do in a wedding bouquet.
Yucca
There’s no doubt you’ve heard of the sweet (get it) phenomenon that is Agave Nectar. What’s even sweeter? The Yucca plant is a beautifully unique member of the agave family, with over 40 different types of perennials growing throughout North America, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
Zinnia
One of the most lively and cheerful flowers you could have in your garden, zinnia! Not to mention they’re one of the easiest blooms to grow!
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