The language of flowers is less and less known today. In the past, when a woman received a bouquet of roses, carnations, lilies of the valley or jasmine from a man, she could read his intentions and feelings perfectly from the flowers. Our grandmothers knew well that a blue flower symbolises longing, white – purity, red – love, and yellow – jealousy. It was also known that the olive meant making peace, the palm – victory, and yew, cypress, rosemary and fern were associated with remembering loved ones. And can we talk with flowers? It may be worth recalling, or learning, the symbolism of flowers so that we can express or read feelings without words.
Aloe – you are hurting me.
Amaryllis – you like to seduce.
Aster – I am an eternal optimist.
Begonia – I want us to be friends.
White lilac – I admire your beauty.
Purple lilac – I give you my heart.
Pansy – let us be friends.
Hops – I am waiting for a better occasion.
White chrysanthemum – old love never fades.
Purple chrysanthemum – eternity.
Dahlia – look kindly upon me.
Violet – a sign of modesty.
Phlox – let us burn our letters.
Freesia – appreciation and joy.
White carnation – my feelings are pure.
Red carnation – heartfelt thanks.
Carnation – mixed-colour bouquet – a sign of refusal.
Sweet pea – I miss you.
Hyacinth – I suffer because of you.
Iris – trust me.
Buttercup – I hope you will love me one day.
Jasmine – you are ungrateful.
Mistletoe – I will overcome every obstacle to win your heart.
Cactus – a warning.
Clover – I want to know what you feel.
Lily of the valley – greetings and a smile.
Crocus – a sign of joy.
Stock – I am wonderful.
Lily – my feelings are pure.
Snapdragon – pay attention to me.
Poppy – let it be forgotten.
Hollyhock – I need more time.
Marguerite (daisy) – you are the most beautiful.
Gladiolus – I will fight for you.
Mint – I will keep good memories of you.
Mimosa – great tenderness.
Pot marigold – my intentions are honest.
Narcissus – you have no heart.
Forget-me-not – do not forget me.
Thistle – what you say hurts me.
Fern – a sign of seriousness.
Geranium (pelargonium) – I long for happiness.
Petunia – I believe in you.
Cowslip – love lies ahead of us.
Peony – I take care of you.
Primrose – do not be shy.
Mignonette – I believe you will love me too.
Rosemary – I remember you.
Red rose – I love you passionately.
White rose – you deserve great love.
Yellow rose – return my love.
Chamomile – unwavering faithfulness.
Daisy – a sign of innocence.
Orchid – a sign of sensuality.
Dried bouquet – an expression of remorse.
Tulip – I feel good with you.
Heather – autumn in love.
Anemone – a sign of kindness.
Jonquil – I am jealous.