The Connection Between the Color of the Flower and the Message It Conveys

Almost everyone loves flowers which makes it the best choice for gifting. You need not think twice when sending flowers because you are sure that the recipient even if not very fond of it will find it very difficult to discard it outright. Flowers have a close bonding with humans, and it is almost as impossible like counting the stars if someone asks you to find a person who hates flowers. There is always some happiness derived from gifting or receiving flowers which makes it the most certain choice that suits almost every occasion and every type of celebrations.

Most importantly, flowers have underlying meanings that make it most versatile to match with the occasions. Indeed, you must have a proper understanding of what the color of flowers means to make the most appropriate choice.  Moreover, you have to know how to preserve flowers so that you can enjoy its beauty longer.

Flower delivery has now become very easy with many online florists ready to fulfill your wishes of sending flowers to loved ones. In this article, we will discuss some selected flowers that come in varied colors and what these colors signify.

Meaning of flower colors

We will discuss Camellia, Carnation, Chrysanthemum, Lavender (Heather), Hyacinth and Rose because each of these come in a variety of colors.

Pink Camellia

The Camellia Rosa or Pink Camellia is a symbol of expressing long distance love as it underlines the deep longing of the sender for the recipient. The softness of pink hides the subtle emotions that arise from the separation that affects the couple.

Red Camellia

To express passionate love, the appeal of Red Camellia with all its warmth and vigor is simply unmatched in lighting up the love life of couples.  The burning flame of love spreads through the intense red color.

White Camellia

Moving away from the loud and boisterous ways of expressing love, there is another way of showing love in a calm and composed manner by sending white Camellia to your loved one.  

Pink Carnation

Pink Carnation has the highest place in the Carnation family because of its historical roots and the deep meaning underlying it. According to the legend, Pink Carnations first made its appearance at the place where the teardrops of Mother Mary fell when she was weeping at the suffering of Jesus.  This is aptly a Mother’s Day flower as it keeps conveying the message of lifelong remembrance.

Red Carnation

When you place a red Carnation in a bouquet of flowers it does not only draw all the limelight but also profusely expresses deep love and affection.  It professes a fondness for the recipient as the heart fills with admiration and yearns for affection. The flower suits all occasions when one tries to express love and affection for women including mothers.

Purple Carnation

The purple color has a streak on unpredictability and wildness that upholds the adventurous spirit ready to explore and face the unknown times with courage. The never say die appeal of the flower is cherished by those who are young at heart.

White Carnation

The flower worn by all first exams at Oxford University seems to have some lucky charm, and it is a good luck gift to women.  The delicate flower that it is, it professes purity of love and portrays innocence that quietly whispers how sweet and lovely the dame is.

Solid color Carnation

Inserting solid color Carnations in your bouquet helps to express your affirmation of love and quietly spreads the message of positive acceptance that translates into endless joy.

White Chrysanthemum

The tranquil and cool flower boldly represents the truth that reaffirms the faith in love and relationship that couples yearn for.

Yellow Chrysanthemum

Finding yellow Chrysanthemum in a bouquet could be quite upsetting because the frivolous color makes light of the love that one wants to convey.

Bridal Rose

The light pink hue of the flower signifies the beginning of a love and life that the bride would be sharing in bliss with the beloved one. The bridal rose is a symbol of love waiting to bloom.

Dark crimson Rose

The dark velvety color has a somber note attached to it and suitable for mourning.  Use the flower in the mourning bouquet to express sympathy for those who have to live in grief.

Red Rose

The most famous among roses, the Red Rose has been an inspiration for love and passion throughout civilizations. It has a simple but powerful appeal that helps to connect hearts almost instantly. The flower is in high demand on Valentine’s Day.

White Rose

Second to the red rose, the white Rose has a broad appeal among all sections of people cutting across age. To express your worthiness to someone, you can hand over a white rose that displays your worthiness to the recipient.  While the flower creates a feeling of heavenly bonding, it can also denote some secrecy and silence.

Pink Rose

The Pink Rose is a symbol of perfect happiness but interestingly carries a double meaning. On the one hand, it expresses love and faith while on the other hand, it can become a tool to plead with a disenchanted partner to reaffirm the faith once again.

Lavender

The soft lavender petals makes the Heather flower quite noteworthy in a bouquet as it quietly expresses admiration. The flower has a close connection to solitude.

White Lavender

The underlying purity of the White Lavender (Heather) has a touch of divinity that seems to pray wholeheartedly for the fulfillment of the wishes of the recipient.

Purple Hyacinth

To err is human and all of us make mistakes. The purple Hyacinth conveys the message of seeking forgiveness for hurting someone you love.

Understanding the language of flowers is important because making a wrong selection could upset your expectations of gaining from the gifting. The more you know about what flowers want to tell easier it becomes to convey your feelings.