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Flower Meanings

Unlock the mystery of flowers and send an extra special message! Many popular flowers have a unique meaning, below Sparks Florist has listed several. Now you can create a gift with even more meaning. 

Amaryllis - Pastoral poetry. 
Aster - Daintiness & love. Fidelity. 
Azalea - Take care of yourself for me. Fragile passion. 
Bells of Ireland - Good luck. Bittersweet - Truth. 
Cactus - Endurance. 
Camellia - Admiration. Perfection. 
Carnation (general) - Fascination. Love. Distinction.
Carnation (red) - Deep love & affection. 
Carnation (pink) - I'll never forget you. A mother's undying love. 
Carnation (purple) - Capriciousness.
Carnation (green) - Happy St. Patrick's Day! 
Carnation (white) - Sweet & lovely. Innocence. Pure love. Good luck.
Cattail - Peace. Prosperity. 
Chrysanthemum - Cheerfulness & rest. You're a wonderful friend.
Chrysanthemum (red) - Love. Good luck & best wishes. 
Chrysanthemum (white) - Truth. 
Chrysanthemum (yellow) - Slighted love. 
Daffodil - Regard. You're the only one. 
Daisy - Innocence. Purity. Gentleness. Loyal love. 
Delphinium - Open heart. Ardent attachment. 
Gardenia - You're lovely. Secret love. 
Gladiolus - Remembrance. Sincerity. 
Heather - Admiration. Solitude. 
Hyacinth (purple) - I'm sorry. Please forgive me. 
Hyacinth (pink) - Play. 
Hyacinth (white) - Loveliness. I'll pray for you. 
Hydrangea - Thank you for understanding. 
Iris - Faith. Hope. Wisdom & valor. My compliments. 
Ivy - Wedded love. Fidelity. Affection.
Larkspur - Lightness & swiftness. 
Lily (general) - Purity of the heart. 
Lily (calla) - Beauty.
Lily (tiger) - Wealth. 
Lily (white) - Innocence & purity. Sweetness. Majesty. 
Lily (yellow) - Gratitude & gaiety.
Lily of the Valley - Sweetness. Return to happiness. Humility. 
Magnolia - Nobility.
Mistletoe - Kiss me. Affection. To surmount difficulties.
Orchid - Love. Beauty. Refinement. Wisdom. 
Orchid (cattleya) - Mature charm. 
Peony - Happy marriage.
Petunia - Your presence soothes me. 
Poppy - Eternal sleep. Imagination.
Primrose - I can't live without you.
Rose (bridal) - Happy love. 
Rose (coral) - Desire.
Rose (dark pink) - Thankfulness.
Rose (dark crimson) - Mourning.
Rose (lavender) - Enchantment. Love at first sight.
Rose (peach) - Modesty. 
Rose (orange) - Fascination. Enthusiasm. 
Rose (red) - I love you. Respect. 
Rose (pale pink) - Grace. Joy. Admiration. 
Rose (white) - Innocence. Spiritual love & purity.
Rose (yellow) - Joy & gladness. Friendship.
Snapdragon - Gracious. Fascinating. Protection from evil.
Stock - Bonds of affection. Promptness. 
Stephanotis - Happiness in marriage. Desire to travel.
Sunflower - Power. Warmth. Nourishment. 
Tulip (general) - Gift from a perfect lover. Love. 
Tulip (red) - Irresistible love. Believe me. Declaration of love. 
Tulip (yellow) - Hopeless love. 
Violet - Faithfulness. Modesty. 
Zinnia (mixed) - Thinking of an absent friend.