Dear reader,
As I florist, avid gardener and artist, I was always inspired by working with the earth and all its botanical beauty. Until this day, I am amazed at how much there is still to learn about the wonderful world of plants. Mother Nature is a force that created one of the most diverse species on earth--the flower. With all their differing traits from fragrance to colours, textures to size, it is no wonder that the flower has become a mandatory guest at every celebratory event since the ancient Egyptian period.
Curious about what other people throughout past centuries thought about these incredible creatures, I began my research into the meaning of flowers. I quickly realized that each flower had its own history, lore, healing powers, symbolism and some even believe that they have a soul. From my own experience and research, I present to you my take on The Language of Flowers…
-Tinka Magocsi, Founder
Petals & Oak
ANEMONE - Relaxation, and enjoying a moment, can also represent anticipation.
AMARYLLIS - Native to the Western Cape region of South Africa; these bold blooms with a strong presence represents pride.
ANTHURIUM - Native to northern Mexico, Argentina and part of the Caribbean - bold colours and unique shapes symbolizes hospitality, inspires happiness and abundance.
AZELEA - Azalea flower is a symbol of femininity and of softness; it is something that you would give a loved one and it is a flower that is found in a lot of beautiful bouquets today.
BROMELIAD - represents luxury and prestige, and rich blooms in deep colours can mean wealth or success in life or love
COLUMBINE - Wisdom and strength
CAMELLIA - Delicate elegance
CARNATION - Bravery, love & friendship
CHERRY BLOSSOM - Appreciation of the present
CORN FLOWER - Loyalty & consistency
CROCUS - Resurrection & heavenly bliss
DAFFODILS - One of the first flowers to appear in spring it too represents resurrection & rebirth
DAISY - The love flower, contempt for worldly goods - a favourite among lovers & poets
FORGET-ME-NOT - Loyalty & lastingness
HELLEBORE - A flower that is said to have magical powers, warding off evil spirits. A durable flower that blooms in snow and ice.
HONEY SUCKLE - Lasting pleasures, permanence & steadfastness
IRIS - A strong yet graceful flower, symbolizing faith & authority
PANSY - Strength, loyalty & security
POPPY - Imagination & extravagance
LEMON & ORANGE - Paradise, eternal youth, purity & virtue.
LILY - The supreme flower; Purity
LILY OF THE VALLEY - Fortune in love, making the right choice
MALLOW - Healing & Forgiveness, an aphrodisiac with healing powers
MIMOSA - Unspoiled, untouched secret love
MYRTLE - Bridal favourite, symbol of beauty, youth & love
SWEET PEA - Enduring love
PEONY - Enthusiastic love
ROSE - The queen of flowers; bringing love, joy, beauty & fragrance to any environment
ROSEMARY - Love & vitality
STOCK - Everlasting beauty; symbol of a happy life & content existence
SUNFLOWER - Vitality, loyalty and pride; devotion & inspiration
THISTLE - Symbol of hard work
VIOLET - Innocent love, humility & modesty