Wednesday, March 21, 2007

Popular Flower Types

Carnations – Carnations are one of the world’s most popular flowers and generally mean love and fascination.

Daisies – Daisies signify cheerfulness and innocence.

Iris – Taking their name from the Greek word for “rainbow,” irises can covey a spectrum of meaning, including: wisdom, courage, faith, hope, and admiration.

Lilies – With many striking varieties, lilies hold a number of meanings. Calla lilies symbolize beauty; tiger lilies represent wealth and pride; and stargazer lilies signify innocence, purity, and honor.

Orchids – With over 25,000 varieties, orchids represent beauty, love, luxury, and strength.

Roses – Roses are a sure sign of love and appreciation, but each rose color has its own special significance. Make sure you’re sending the right sentiments when you refer to your Guide to Rose Colors and Meanings.

Sunflowers – Sunflowers are cheery flowers that represent loyalty and longevity.

Tulips – The tulip is a comfortable flower choice that symbolizes perfect love.