#3 of 14 Language of Flowers
In the Victorian Era, flowers were used to express emotions that cannot be spoken. For example, a flower given by the right hand meant a “yes” to a question and if the flower was handed over with the left hand, it meant ” no”.
Flowers, plants and herbs have meaning as well. Blackeye Susan’s means justice and mint means virtue. The rose is a symbol of love but the colour of the rose has different meanings altogether.
- White rose – purity, innocence, reverence a new beginning, a fresh start
- Red rose – love, I love you. – great for that one true love on Valentine’s day
- Deep, dark crimson rose – mourning
- Pink rose – grace, happiness, gentleness
- Yellow rose – jealousy, infidelity
- Orange rose – desire and enthusiasm
- Lavender rose – love at first sight
- Coral rose – friendship, modesty, sympathy
(The Old Farmer’s Almanac )
A bridal bouquet of red roses and baby’s breath is an collective expression meaning “I love you purely”. Likewise, a flower in the button hole of the groom is an extension of the Medieval tradition of a knight wearing his lady’s colours declaring his love and their relationship.
“As the lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters” Song of Solomon 2 verse 2
Lily = happiness or unconscious sweetness
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