Azalea

Acanthus(bear paw) (Acanthus)… Falsehood

Acacia

Aconite(Aconite)… sympathy, desire to please, invitation. Aconite can be given to both women and men. If such a gift is presented at the beginning of an acquaintance, most likely the giver is interested in you, considers you a pleasant interlocutor and offers friendship. An excellent gift for colleagues and business partners.

Aloe (Aloe vera)…Sadness- bitterness

Alstroemeria

Amaranth (Amaranthus)…Immortality, undying love

Amaryllis(Hippeastrum)…Pride

A pineapple (Ananas comosus)… You are perfection

Anemone (Anemone)… You left me, separation, hope

Anthurium

Pansies(Viola)… Think about me"I miss!" air kiss

Orange

Thrift(Armeria)…Sympathy

Aster (Aster)…

White aster(Aster)…

Aster Italiana (Aster amellus)… Farewell,

Basil (Ocimum basilicum)…Hatred

Balsam(Impatiens)…Impatience

Periwinkle

Marigold (Calendula)…Grief

Begonia(Begonia)… Be careful

Autumn colchicum(Colchicum autumnale)… My best days are behind me

Bobovnik (Laburnum anagyroides)…Sad beauty

Hawthorn

Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spectabilis)…Passion

Elder (Sambucus)… Sympathy

cornflower- “I don’t dare express my feelings to you”; delicacy, grace, simplicity, as well as gaiety and fidelity. It is customary to give cornflowers to young girls as a sign of sympathy. Such a gift may mean an offer of friendship or a desire to renew an interrupted acquaintance

Blue cornflower

Lady's slipper

Verbena(Verbena)… sensitivity

Heather (Calluna vulgaris)…Protection

Veronica(Veronica)…Loyalty

Vine(Vitis vinifera)…Prosperity

catchment area (Aquilegia)…Despondency

Wolfberry(Daphne)… Only on my terms will we be together

Gardenia(Gardenia)…- secret love, “You are beautiful.” If you were given a gardenia, know that you are sincerely admired.

Carnation(Dianthus)…Pure love

Cloves (spice)) (Syzygium aromaticum)… I loved you, but you didn’t know

White carnation(Dianthus caryophyllus)…"Sweet and beloved", innocence, Charm and beauty pure and tender love, good luck

Yellow carnation(Dianthus caryophyllus)… Contempt, refusal "You are avoiding me"; "You disappointed me" disappointment in love

Red carnation(Dianthus caryophyllus)… My heart is broken\ charm, ardent love, admiration

Variegated carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus)…“No”, “I won’t be with you” –

refusal , I can not be with you

Pink carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus)… symbol of maternal love "I will never forget you"

Dianthus grass(Dianthus)…Hurry

Purple carnation - in the language of flowers it means inconstancy, caprice, antipathy. This is a flower that expresses the negative side of development, or rather the beginning of a relationship.

Carnation purple- waywardness

Turkish cloves(Dianthus barbartus)…Gallantry

Helenium(Helenium)…Tears

Dahlia(Dahlia)… inconstancy, caprice. The person giving dahlias says: “I really like you, but I don’t promise anything,” “I’m not ready for a serious relationship,” “Why complicate everything?”; sophistication, self-esteem;

Wild geranium (Pelargonium)…Devotion to duty

Blood red geranium(Pelargonium)… Nonsense, recklessness.

Hyacinth white(Hyacinthus orientalis)…“You are beautiful” - symbolizes charm, beauty.

Hyacinth blue(Hyacinthus orientalis)… Constancy, consistency, integrity

Hyacinth purple (Hyacinthus orientalis)… Please forgive me

Hyacinth red or pink- a game

Scarlet hyacinth- remorse, regret.

Hibiscus(Hibiscus)… rare, graceful beauty

Gypsophila (Gypsophila paniculata)…Eternal love- caution, timidity. However, in a mixed bouquet, gypsophila, as a rule, is a kind of accessory, serves to give volume to the flower work and does not carry a semantic load.

GladiolGladiolus (Gladiolus)…- “I am truly sincere”, a call for reciprocity “Fear nothing”, a gladiator flower. The giver of gladioli is a strong, reliable person who does not accept compromises.

Wisteria(Wisteria)…Hospitality"Welcome!"

Hydrangea (Hydrangea)… coldness, indifference, indifference, inflexibility

Pear (Pyrus)… Affection

Delphinium(Delphinium)…- modesty, unpretentiousness; "I'm ready to be your shadow" The ancient Greeks dedicated this flower to a young sculptor, transformed by the gods into a dolphin, because he sculpted his beloved, who had gone into the kingdom of shadows, and breathed life into her. The right to return from Hades is given only to the great gods. Even Asclepius, the famous ancient healer, was punished for this.
Every evening the dolphin swam to the shore, and every evening the girl he had revived approached the shore, but they could not meet. One day, when the girl was looking longingly at the sea, a dolphin appeared from the waves. He swam to the shore and carefully laid a plant at her feet, the flowers of which looked like small dolphins, and he disappeared into the depths of the sea. Disappeared forever...

Oak leaves- friendship

Sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus)…"Goodbye", departure, "Thank you for a great time", "Remember"

Oregano(Origanum)… Blush from embarrassment

Angelica(Angelica pachycarpa)…Inspiration

Weeping willow- rejected love

Honeysuckle (Lonicera)… Devotion, generosity, generosity, "You make the world a better place"

Jonquilia(Narcissus jonquilla)… Desire return of affection, "Let's be together again

Chickweed(Stellaria)…Hospitality

St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum)… Superstition

Strawberries(Fragaria)…Perfection

goldenrod(Solidago)…Cautious encouragement

Candytuft(Iberis)… Indifference“Don’t think that you mean anything to me”, “I’m fine without you”

Ginger(Zingiber)…Strength

morning glory (Ipomoea)… Coquetry

Iris(Iris)… Message, Your friendship means a lot to me “I value your friendship very much”, trust, reliability, loyalty, wisdom, faith, hope

Cactus (Opuntia)… perseverance, endurance

Calla(Zantedeschia aetiopica)… admiration, “You are magnificent.”

Kalina - uncontrollable emotions, painful attachment, dependence. "If you leave me, my heart will break!"

Calendula (marigolds) - jealousy, anxiety, fears. “Why are you behaving this way?”, “I’m waiting for an explanation

Camellia(Camellia)… My destiny is in your hands admiration, perfection, gratitude. "You are an unearthly creature"

Camellia (pink) - I miss you
Camellia (red) - You are the Flame in My Heart
Camellia (white) - You are Amazing

Chestnut(Castanea sativa)… Be fair to me“You need to be kinder”, “Learn to love”

Cypress(Cupressus)…Mourning, sorrow

Bell- humility, submission, constancy; “I will always be with you,” “Why do you torment me with whims?”

Clover white (Trifolium)…Think of me

Cranberry(Vaccinium)…Cure for a Broken Heart

Cosmea(Cosmos bipinnatus)…Happiness in love and life

Nettle(Urtica)… Cruelty, slander, I see right through you

Crocus (Crocus)… The optimism of youth, Fun, Joy, freshness of feelings. "You gave me unforgettable moments"

Water lily (Nymphaea)…Purity of Heart

Corn (Zea mays)… Wealth, abundance

Lavender(Lavandula)… Mistrust, loneliness

Laurel(Laurus nobilis)…Fame and success

Bay leaf(Laurus nobilis)…Only death will change my feelings

Lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis)…Return of happiness

Linen (Linum usitatissimum)… I feel your kindness, symbol of home, home comfort

Hazelnut (Corylus)…Reconciliation

Liatris (Liatris)… I'll try again

Day-lily (Hemerocallis)… Coquetry

Lily (white)- Purity, Virginity, Majesty, It’s divine to be close to You!!!

Lily (orange ) - Hatred, Disgust

Lily (yellow) ) - pride; pretense, falsehood; sign 'I want to make peace, but pride prevents me from taking the first step. Frivolity, fun "I'm flying in the clouds"

Lily (tiger ) - Pride, Abundance, Prosperity, Welfare

Lemon (Citrus limon)… Spicy

Linden (Tilia)… Married love

Larch (Larix decidua)…Courage

Lobelia (Lobelia)… Hostility

Lobularia (Alyssum)) (Lobularia maritima)… Spiritual beauty

Lotus(Nelumbo mucifera)…- happiness, health, long life, wisdom. It is customary to give a lotus only to well-known people as a sign of family and friendly feelings.

Palm leaves- victory, success Palm leaves in a mixed bouquet mean: “You are the very best, the best in everything”

Toadflax (Polemonium)…I'm smitten

Lupine(Lupinus)…Imagination

Buttercup (Ranunculus asiaticus)… You shine with your charm

Magnolia (Magnolia)… nobility, perseverance, perseverance

Poppy(Papaver)…- imagination, daydreaming,

White poppy - consolation

Yellow poppy - wealth, success

Red poppy - pleasure

Field poppy - "I dream of you"

Poppy - "Let's love each other while there is time"

Malcolmia maritima (Malcolmia maritima)… You will always be

beautiful to me

Daisy (Bellis)…Innocence purity of intentions, true love. "I'm happy when you're happy

Lungwort (Pulmonaria)… You are my life

Mimosa (Mimosa)… Sensitivity, shyness; mistrust, caution. "I hide my feelings"

Molucella smooth (Moluccella laevis)… Luck

Moss(Bryopsida)…Motherly love

Peppermint(Mentha)… Warmth of feelings

Digitalis(Digitalis purpurea)…Hypocrisy

Narcissus(Narcissus)…Self-love, selfishness, vanity

Narcissus yellow- respect "You are the only one"

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus)… conquest, victory in the struggle. The person who gave you nasturtium is sincerely happy about your success. However, most likely, he is not thinking about any romantic relationship with you.

Forget-me-not(Myosotis)… true love "Forget me not" constancy, fidelity. Sky blue symbol of the desire for fidelity and constancy.

Oleander (Nerium oleander)…Caution

Olive(Olea europaea)…World

mistletoe (Viscum)… I overcome all obstacles

Orchid (Orchidaceae)…Exquisite beauty- perfection, sophistication, love; “You are beautiful (beautiful)!” The pink color of the exquisite orchid petals signifies pure affection.

Holly(Ilex)…Foresight

Fern(Polypodiophyta)… Sincerity, be sincere

Peach(Prunus persica)… Your attractiveness is incomparable

Peach tree flower(Prunus persica)…I am your prisoner

Parsley(Petroselinum crispum)…Joy

Petunia (Petunia)… irritation, anger. “You can’t hear me,” “I’m not happy with your behavior!”

Tansy (Tanacetum)… I declare war on you

Peony(Paeonia)… wealth and fame, happy wedding, fun life.

Feverfew(Tanacetum parthenium)…Warmth

Ivy (Hedera helix)… harmonious love, fidelity, friendship, affection. “We complement each other perfectly”, “It’s as if we were made for each other”

Snowdrop(Galanthus)…Consolation and Hope

Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)…False riches

A bright sunflower is a symbol of the sun. The most popular yellow flowers are sunflowers. The color yellow symbolizes warmth, well-being and a sense of peace.

Pride, but also admiration. “You are a miracle!”, “I have never met someone like you,” “I am proud that you are with me.”

Primrose (Primula)…"I need you" "I can't live without you"

Scilla(Hyacinthoides non-scripta)…Persistence

Poultry farmer(Ornithogalum umbellatum)…Purity

Wheat(Triticum)…Prosperity

Broom(Cytisus)…Humility

Rhubarb(Rheum)…Advice

Mignonette (Reseda odorata)…Your virtues exceed your charm Mignonette flowers are inconspicuous and small, but mignonette is a favorite plant, and not a single bouquet can be composed without the fragrant mignonette bush.

Rhododendron(Rhododendron)… Beware, caution, prudence

Rose white(Rosa)… purity and innocence, modesty and tenderness, mystery. “I will get you”, “You are an angel”.

Rose (cream) - elegance, harmony, perfection, constancy. “I remember. Always!”, “You and I are the perfect couple,” “You are beyond praise!”

Rose (bud, white) - youth, inexperience, charm. “I’m ready to wait for you,” “I don’t want to lose you.”

Tea rose - constancy "I remember. Always!"

Yellow rose (Rosa)… friendship, happiness, joy; a flower that expresses the most positive emotions;

According to the language of flowers, yellow roses have nothing to do with betrayal and jealousy (although this interpretation of their symbolic meaning is very common). When yellow roses are given by people who have been married for a long time, they mean the regularity and sweetness of family relationships, but in some situations these flowers can symbolize and infidelity.

Rose red (Rosa)… love, passion. “I love you”, “I can’t live without you”, “You should be mine”.

Rose (bud, red) - “I think I’ve fallen in love with you”, “I’m glad we met”, “Every day my feelings for you are getting stronger”

Red rose considered a symbol of romantic love and passion

dark scarlet rose means fading, so they are usually given to older ladies; they seem to speak of fading beauty.

Burgundy roses- like scarlet ones, they mean an ardent feeling of love, frantic passion and admiration. A bouquet of burgundy roses seems to be trying to confess to its recipient: “You are so beautiful that you don’t realize it.” This color of roses is considered a traditional gift and the most popular means of expressing feelings on Valentine's Day. A bouquet of 101 burgundy velvety Grand Prix roses will show your beloved the depth of your feelings.

Dark burgundy rose- grief or condolences

Peach roses – symbolize the joy of meeting, gratitude, and are a symbol of modesty.

Coral rose - desire, passion

Orange Rose (Rosa)… Charm

Rose Purple (Rosa)… Charm

Rose pink (Rosa)… Grace the highest happiness, "Trust me" Pink roses Usually they are supposed to be given at the beginning of a relationship; they are a hint that the man who gave them to you is “breathing unevenly” on you. Also, pink roses symbolize politeness, courtesy, courtesy, reflect gratitude and pride. Pink roses express the most tender feelings.

Pale pink rose – tenderness

Dark pink rose - gratitude

Green roses mean abundance and generosity. It is the unusual green rose buds that are a symbol of fertility. These flowers will be appreciated by prosperous and successful individuals. As psychologists say, green is balance and stability. You can't express love with green roses, but they can talk about jealousy.

Rosemary (Rosmarinus offi cinalis)…Memory

Chamomile(Matricaria recutita)… youth, innocence, romance "I can only guess about your love"

Rudbeckia (Rudbeckia)… Justice

Lettuce(Lactuca sativa)… Heartless

Lilac(Syringa)… Nascent love beauty, love,

first excitement of love

Scabious(Scabiosa)… Unhappy

Love

Plum(Prunus domestica)…Keep Your Promises

Smolosemyannik(Pittosporum undulatum)…Falsity

Currant(Ribes)… Your frown is killing me

Spirea(Spiraea)…Victory

Stephanotis(Stephanotis fl oribunda)…Happy marriage

Passionflower (Passiflora)… Faith

Strelitzia reginas (Strelitzia reginae)…Greatness, victory, masculinity, originality, determination

Thyme(Thymus)…Activities

White poplar(Populus alba)… Time

Poplar black(Populus nigra)… Fearlessness

Trillium(Trillium)… Discreet beauty

Tuberose(Polianthes tuberosa)… love of risk, dangerous pleasures. "I like your unpredictability"

Arbor vitae- eternal friendship

Yarrow(Achillea millefolium)… Cure for a Broken Heart, wishes for recovery

Tulip (Tulipa)… Declaration of love, a symbol of pure love, great happiness;

Tulip (yellow) - “Your smile is like sunlight” wishes for love, joy, friendship, wealth, prosperity

Tulip (red) - declaration of love, "Trust me"

Red tulip - good luck

Violet (Viola)… (blue) Modest virtues

Phlox (Phlox)… Our souls are together- reciprocity, unity, sweet dreams

Freesia (Freesia)… Strong friendship, confidence

Fuchsia(Fuchsia)… benevolence

Hoya (Hoya)… Sensitivity

Chrysanthemum white(Chrysanthemum)… True

Chrysanthemum (yellow)) - fragile love

Chrysanthemum (red) - good luck, best wishes

- “You are a wonderful friend,” joy, openness, fun and relaxation.

Cyclamen (Cyclamen)… Timid hope

Chicory(Cichorium intybus)… Economy

Zinnia(Zinnia)… I mourn your absence

Damascus nigella (Nigella damascena)… Confusion

Common thistle(Cirsium)…

Misanthropy"I'm dangerous to deal with"

Garlic (Allium)…Prosperity

Celandine(Chelidonium majus)…Harbinger of joy

Sage (Salvia offi cinalis)… Good health and long life

Saffron (Crocus sativus)… Beware of excess

The most expensive spice in the world is saffron. Real saffron is nothing more than the stamens of a plant of the crocus family. The price of a kilogram of real saffron can reach up to $6 thousand. This fabulous price of saffron is explained by the labor intensity of its cultivation and collection technology. To obtain 1 kg of dry saffron, you need to sort out approximately 2000 flowers.

Stockrose (Alcea)… Ambition

Sorrel (Rumex acetosa)… Parental love

Edelweiss (Leontopodium alpinum)… Noble Courage

"You are stunningly beautiful..."

Edelweiss has firmly established itself as a symbol of alpine flowers, as well as a symbol of happiness and love - men bravely mined it on steep cliffs to solemnly present it to their loved ones.

Erica… Loneliness

Eustoma(Eustoma)… Appreciation

Echinacea purpurea(Echinacea purpurea)…Strength and health

perennial herbaceous plant 60 - 100 cm high. The flowers are dark pink, in the form of large daisies with a convex middle. Blooms from July to September. everything - from roots to inflorescences - has a variety of medicinal properties.

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Azalea(Rhododenron)… Fragile, fleeting passion. A symbol of femininity, fragility, meekness, restraint, devotion, passion and sadness. It is customary to give azalea before an unwanted separation. When presenting an azalea, you say “I hope you will wait for me,” “Take care of yourself for me,” “I believe you!” When a man gives this flower, he admits that you are the only one for him.

Acacia(Acacia)…Secret Affection. Acacia is a flower of regret and recognition of one's mistakes. The one who gives the acacia says: “You are the best thing that happened in my life,” “Why aren’t we together now?”, “Let’s start all over again!”

Alstroemeria(Peruvian lily) (Alstroemeria)… Devotion

Amaryllis(Hippeastrum)…Pride, inaccessibility, masculinity. If you want to hint to a man that he is more than just a friend for you, give him amaryllis.

Anemone(Anemone)… You left me, separation, hope

Anthurium- courage, originality, passion. Anthurium is considered a predominantly male flower. A bouquet or composition with anthuriums will be an unforgettable gift for a husband or colleague, friend or boss... You can also give anthuriums to an extravagant lady, a kind of “vamp” if you want to tell her: “You are not like anyone else, and that’s me admirable!"

Pansies(Viola)… Think about me"I miss!" air kiss

Orange(Citrus sinensis)…Generosity

Aster(Aster)… a symbol of love, grace, sophistication, and also memories. In China, aster means precision. Ancient people believed that the smell of aster leaves, when burned, drove away snakes. Asters were placed in the graves of French soldiers, symbolizing grief and memory of the dead. There is a myth according to which asters were created from cosmic dust when the Virgin looked from the sky and cried.

White aster(Aster)…- “I love you more than you love me”; "Not convinced of your love"

Aster Italiana(Aster amellus)… Farewell, fading beauty and elegance

Periwinkle(Vinca minor)…Tender memories

Hawthorn(Crataegus monogyna)…Nadezhda

Lady's slipper(Cypripedium)… Capricious beauty, impermanence. "I feel like I'm not alone with you." The lady's slipper that gives you is ready to do a lot to “tame” you, make you more submissive and less flighty.

Blue cornflower(Centaurea cyanus)…Happiness in solitude

Verbena(Verbena)… sensitivity

Heather(Calluna vulgaris)…Protection

Veronica(Veronica)…Loyalty

Vine(Vitis vinifera)…Prosperity

White carnation(Dianthus caryophyllus)…"Sweet and beloved", innocence

Everyone knows what roses mean. Did you know that the color of roses is also very important and can either make a surprise or, conversely, ruin a relationship? And other flowers can say a lot.

The custom of giving flowers is always gallant and romantic. For those who are shy or unsure of themselves, giving a bouquet is the easiest way to express your feelings.

Ancient myths, biblical stories and legends - in all of them you can find words about the meaning of flowers. At the beginning of the 18th century, King Charles II of Sweden introduced a new language to Europe, having visited Persia and learned the eastern “language of flowers.” Floral dictionaries were published throughout the 18th century, telling the secrets of lilies and lilacs, and individual chapters were devoted to arranging bouquets.

The more popular a flower is, the more meanings it has. The greatest burden falls, of course, on the roses.

Some would say we've long since moved on from Victorian days - email makes it as easy to woo a loved one miles away as if they were in the same room. But, on the other hand, it seems that we have lost contact with the earth.

The only flower whose meaning is always clear today is the rose. Yes, communication with the whole world has expanded globally, but the choice of flowers that are given has been reduced to almost one flower.

So, if you want to tell someone else how you feel, expand your freedom to choose from a large number of meaningful bouquets. After all, flowers are much more than just an email, and they look much more beautiful on the table.

Roses deserve the title of the oldest flowers grown by humans; they grew 5,000 years ago in gardens in the East. The wild rose is much older - the remains of roses date back to the appearance of 35 million years ago. Roses are now sold in the millions, which shows that this beautiful flower has truly stood the test of time.

The ancients explain the beauty of the rose by the fact that it was created by the gods. The Greek goddess Cloris accidentally stumbled upon a dead nymph and turned her into a flower, Aphrodite added beauty, brightness, joy and charm. Dionysus filled it with fragrant nectar, and the western wind Zephyr swelled the clouds so that Apollo could water the rose in the sunlight. The flower was then named the “Queen of Flowers” ​​and given to the god of love, Eros.

The Romans had their own ideas about the origin of the rose. According to their legend, there lived a beautiful girl named Rodanthe. She had many fans, but she didn't like them. These young people were so full of love and desire that one day it came to the point that they broke down the doors of her house and rushed inside. This story greatly angered the goddess Diana, who turned the girl into a flower and her fans into thorns to teach them a lesson.

Whatever the origin of the rose, this flower is undoubtedly the most famous symbol of beauty and love.

Each of us remembers that the different colors of roses symbolize certain feelings that we experience for the one to whom we give them. However, there are so many interpretations of rose colors that it is very difficult to remember them the first time.

The red rose is a symbol of love and passion. However, if you give it to a subordinate or business partner, then it expresses approval of a job well done or respect.

A dark burgundy rose is a rose that is customary to give to representatives of the older generation. This is the color of “unconscious” but unfading beauty.

A pink flower is a traditional gift for a young girl. It denotes youth and its inherent modesty.

In addition, it symbolizes trust, tenderness and grace. Giving such a flower to a girl who attracts you means starting a relationship between you and hinting about your feelings.

However, pink can have another meaning, depending on the color saturation. So, dark pink means gratitude and appreciation, and light pink means sympathy and admiration.

You can safely present a white rose to a very young lady. But creamy white is the color of a wedding bouquet. It symbolizes happy love.

An orange or coral rose is a great way to express enthusiasm and desire for a goal.

A tea rose will also tell you about your romantic feelings, a musky rose will express your admiration, and a centifolia rose is another way to confess your love.

All light roses usually symbolize friendship.

Roses in buds, given in a bouquet, symbolize beginning, innocent love. The buds of red and pink roses say: "You are young and beautiful", unbloomed white roses mean: "You are too young for love."

For the first declaration of love, use light green roses.
If two buds are attached to a blooming rose, then some kind of secret must be seen in this message.

Two roses tied together are an invitation to a date, and they also mean anticipation of marriage.
Roses in the form of a wreath are a symbol of chastity. Since ancient times, rose wreaths at weddings have symbolized purity.
Rose foliage signifies hope and optimism.

The number of roses in the language of flowers also plays an important role. Thus, a single rose is a symbol of modesty; One red rose is a well-known way of declaring love. To invite someone on a fun date, a red rose is given in a bouquet, usually accompanied by two yellow roses.

The combination of white and red flowers in a bouquet signifies your agreement and unanimity. The combination of red and yellow is your sincere “Congratulations!” A rose in full bloom with two buds exudes mystery.

If the roses have leaves, then this is a symbol of reliability; if you tear them off, then the bouquet will say that, alas, there is no more hope.

But if you cut off the thorns, you will assure the person to whom you are giving the bouquet that he has nothing to be afraid of around you.

Postcards from the artist Catherine Klein (1861 - 1929)

Receiving bouquets of flowers is as pleasant as giving them. What about making bouquets? In the past, people used flowers to convey entire messages that they could not or did not dare to express in words. In the old days, bouquets were formed in strict accordance with the language of flowers.

P.A. Vyazemsky
"Flowers"
By type, person and year
I have flowers in my garden:
I give lily to innocence,
Poppy - to sleepy, sugary husbands,
Lily of the valley
To the friends of the humble poor Liza,
Narcissus is unhappy and pale -
Handsome people who are busy with themselves.
Evil newswomen and talkers
I greet you with a bell;
In the shadows I hide from view
For a sweet rose without thorns.

The language of flowers originated in the East. It was with the help of flowers that oriental beauties talked about their mood and feelings. Europe learned about this amazing language only in the 18th century after the letters of the wife of the British ambassador in Istanbul, Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, were published in 1763. Starting from the end of the 18th and throughout the 19th century, “Flower Dictionaries” were published in various European countries with a detailed explanation of the meaning and meaning of a particular flower or plant. Ancient flower dictionaries described a huge number of plants and flowers, sometimes more than 300 names. Here are some of them:

Flowers - symbols

• Acacia - friendship, pure love
• Astra - grace, sophistication
• Hawthorn – courage and hope
• Cornflowers – trust, simplicity and undemandingness
• Geranium - external shine, without internal dignity
• Carnation - courage, bravery
• Gladiolus - willingness to sacrifice oneself for the sake of one’s beloved
• Jasmine – sensuality, passion, first love languor
• Bell - cuteness
• Lily of the valley – innocence and purity of morals, a symbol of virginity, modesty, tenderness
• Linen - simplicity
• Lily – virginity, beauty, royalty
• Daisy – truth and modesty
• Terry poppy - a hint of reverie, dreams, a symbol of sleep, relaxation and laziness
• Narcissist - self-adoration
• Hazel - heartfelt melancholy
• Ivy - friendship
• Mignonette – kindness of the heart
• Rye - prosperity, wealth
• Rose – beauty and love
• Chamomile – peace, tranquility
• Lilac – (lilac) first love, (white) innocence
• Tulip is a symbol of great happiness and pure love, harmony
• Violet – innocence and secrecy

Symbol colors

Attention was also paid to the color of flowers, the presence of thorns and even the condition of the flower itself. So, for example, a rosebud meant a young innocent girl who had not yet known the joy of love, and a withered rose was a symbol of lost youth, joy, happiness and beauty, and sometimes even early death.

• Pink – love
• Bright red – passion
• Green – hope
• Light blue – faith
• Blue – loyalty and devotion
• Dull yellow – deceit and envy
• Light gray – poverty
• Dark gray - despair
• Lilac – submissiveness
• Purple – friendship
• Orange – pride and coquetry
• Golden – dignity
• Silver – immortality

These rules also applied to artificial flowers that were used to decorate clothes and hats. For example, for the bride’s wreath and bouquet, myrtle and orange/orange flowers were recommended, which symbolized the purity and innocence of the bride. It was considered bad form if a young unmarried girl decorated herself with bright red flowers.

Love messages in flowers

There were times when the presence of a lady's lover did not bother anyone, but on the contrary confirmed her popularity. The letter, like the diaries, was considered unreliable, as they could end up in the wrong hands and become public knowledge. That's why many famous people simply burned their letters and diaries. If love correspondence was kept, then the rule of good manners in the event of a breakup was to return the letters.
Flowers or a flower were more reliable and practical in this regard. Then it was easier to save a flower that had meaning for the lovers. It was taken out of the bouquet (if there was a bouquet, because small bouquets could be preserved entirely) and dried, and then put into a book, box, or other secret place.
It was extremely important, and special attention was paid to this in the past: by whom and when the flowers were presented, how the giver holds the bouquet, in which hand and how he hands it to the recipient (with the inflorescences up or down), what flowers the bouquet consists of; and on the details: is the bouquet fresh or fading, whether the thorns have been removed from the stems.
The language of flowers was not unambiguous, much less strict. The same flower in different countries and classes could be endowed with different meanings. It was also popular for lovers to come up with their own flower language that only they could understand. And then the secret did not become apparent...

Insult with flowers

In the gallant age and later in the 19th century, the language of flowers was widely used in European courts and salons. But those who think that the language of flowers (and fans) were used as a language for conversation are mistaken. I mean the language itself, which we use in the everyday act of communication, and not the parlor games of those years, where with the help of signs it was actually possible to carry on a conversation, as, for example, the deaf and dumb use sign language, with the help of which they actually talk to each other .
The language of flowers was important and necessary for conveying feelings, mood, degree of love, respect, and so on. Moreover, knowing the language of flowers was a social necessity, since “... this gives every opportunity to be ready to dull the sting of ridicule and in time to repel the vulgar trick of the wit who<…>would have thought of bringing you a bouquet of flowers, the meaning of which would not be at all consistent with either your age or your dignity, or contained a clear hint of something offensive to you” (“Social Life and Etiquette”, 1901)
That is, to give a bouquet to a married lady that contained orange flowers - a symbol of innocence - would be insulting, but precisely because of its meaning, fleur-d-orange was the main flower in the bouquet of brides of those years. By the way, this tradition has remained in aristocratic and royal houses: young brides come with a bouquet of orange flowers.
In the everyday life of ordinary people, there also remains some idea of ​​the symbolism of flowers, but it is less profound, not always appropriate and has lost connection with the connotations of our ancestors. Oh, those red roses! So a guy can give a girl red roses and the girl will be happy with them both because it is a bright symbol and because roses are expensive these days! But she doesn't consider the symbolic catch of the thorns. In the past, red roses were inappropriate, and white lilies were preferred as a gift to your beloved. Despite the variety, bouquets have become monotonous these days. Who will give you a bouquet of violets or forget-me-nots today? And before it was commonplace.

Alexander's bouquets

A well-known historical example of the language of flowers as a symbol of veneration is the so-called Alexander bouquets in honor of the Russian Emperor Alexander I. These were large and small bouquets. The large ones were fastened to the bodice or inserted into portobouquets, and the small ones were worn in the hair. The initial letters of the names created from flowers formed the name of Emperor Alexander, i.e. Anemon (anemone), Lilie (lily), Eicheln (acorns), Xeranthenum (amaranth), Accazzie (acacia), Nelke (carnation), Dreifaltigkeitsblume (cheerful eyes) , i.e. pansies), Epheu (ivy) and Roze (rose).
Such bouquets were very popular both in Russia and Europe, especially after the victory over Napoleon. European aristocrats could not appear in society without these bouquets: it was their duty to decorate their toilet with symbolic flowers, so they came with them to the opera, ball and other social gatherings, including, first of all, those that were held in the presence of His Majesty.
Similar bouquets according to the letters of their names were arranged by loving couples and worn by brides. A gentleman in love could send such a bouquet to the lady of his heart before a ball or theater, and the lady, as a sign of acceptance of the courtship, would insert such a bouquet into her porta bouquet or, as a sign of refusal, simply ignore it and come with another bouquet.

The language of flowers appeared in the East, in particular in Turkey. In this country there was a system that made it possible to reproduce a poetic line that spoke of feelings using one word. Plants were often used as keywords. The system was called selam. It became the basis for the emergence of the “language of flowers” ​​in European culture, which was very popular at the end of the 19th century. Skills in such a language began to fade by the middle of the 19th century. In our country, a surge of interest in entertaining floral cryptography arose relatively recently - at the end of the 20th century. Therefore, it is worth returning to the original sources - the books that served as reference books on the language of flowers at the beginning of the 19th century.

Floral language, like any other, has changed over time and adapted to the conditions in which it was used - after all, each locality has its own favorite flowers. Sometimes the symbolism of the flower changed and did not coincide with its original eastern interpretation. For example, phlox had two interpretations - it could mean submission and consent, but at the same time it was a symbol of fiery passion.

- a science that reveals the meaning and symbolism of various flowers and plants. Simply put, it is the language of flowers, with the help of which they express ideas, feelings, and moods.

During the Victorian era, the language of flowers was very helpful in cases where feelings could not be spoken openly, but required secret expression. Floral arrangements were created from fresh flowers (plants), wreaths, bouquets, and multi-colored objects or painted objects were used. Not only flowers were involved in the language, but also their arrangement, even the tilt of the flower mattered.

These flower dictionaries have come to us; they tell in detail about the meaning of many plants.

In Russia, the popularization of the language of flowers is associated with the name of the poet and translator Dmitry Petrovich Oznobishin, who published the Persian book “Selam, or the Language of Flowers” ​​that he translated into Russian. This book described more than 400 plants, each of which had a specific word or phrase. The book was quite popular, of course, primarily among young people.

Nowadays, when giving a bouquet that carries such a message in the language of flowers, you risk remaining misunderstood. Perhaps you should include a short “flower phrase book” with your bouquet? You can include a book on the language of flowers with your gift so that your flower letter can be deciphered. Or simply complement your greeting card with an interpretation of some of the meanings of the language of flowers.

Language of flowers

A symbol of femininity, fragility, meekness, restraint, devotion; but at the same time - passions and sadness. It is customary to give azalea before an unwanted separation. When presenting an azalea, you say “I hope you will wait for me,” “Take care of yourself for me,” “I believe you!” When a man gives this flower, he admits that you are the only one for him.

Secret love, chastity, loneliness. Acacia is a flower of regret and recognition of one's mistakes. The one who gives the acacia says: “You are the best thing that happened in my life,” “Why aren’t we together now?”, “Let’s start all over again!”

Gives a gentle compliment to the person to whom the flower is given, saying: “You are so sweet!” or “You are lovely!”

Denotes an enthusiastic attitude towards the person to whom the bouquet is given.

Sincerity, hope; but also joy, emotionality. Translated from the language of flowers, a gift of anemones means: “Why not?”, “I feel very good with you,” “Let’s have a party?”

Bravery, originality, passion. Anthurium is considered a predominantly male flower. A bouquet or composition with anthuriums will be an unforgettable gift for a husband or colleague, friend or boss... You can also give anthuriums to an extravagant lady, a kind of “vamp” if you want to tell her: “You are not like anyone else, and that’s me delights."

Astra (white)- in “flower language” this means “I love you more than you love me!” It is a symbol of love and grace, as well as memories.

- nowadays these flowers are rarely given, but in the language of flowers they mean fun and entertainment.

Although this is a spice, it also has its own meaning: disgust, hatred. If for some reason you cannot tell a person you don’t like everything you think about him, give him basil.

Bouquet of dried flowers

Means rejected love.

- “I don’t dare express my feelings to you”; delicacy, grace, simplicity, as well as gaiety and fidelity. It is customary to give cornflowers to young girls as a sign of sympathy. Such a gift may mean an offer of friendship or a desire to renew an interrupted acquaintance. The giver of cornflowers should not be suspected of immodest desires. For some reason, blondes most often like cornflowers.

Water lily (water lily) – to pick such a flower, you will have to remain wet, but confidently declare your eloquence, sincerity and persuasiveness. And also say “Feelings are raging in my soul.”

Secret love, "You are beautiful." If you were given a gardenia, know that you are sincerely admired. Most likely, your admirer is very timid and considers himself unworthy of you.

Means charm, passion, fidelity, female love, honor. It is also worth noting that the color of a carnation carries different meanings. For example, if they wanted to say “I won’t be with you,” they gave a striped carnation.

Hibiscus– in the language of flowers it means long and eternal love.

Caprice, inconstancy, passing fancy. The person giving dahlias says: “I really like you, but I don’t promise anything,” “I’m not ready for a serious relationship,” “Why complicate everything?”

Caution, timidity. However, in a mixed bouquet, gypsophila, as a rule, is a kind of accessory, serves to give volume to the flower work and does not carry a semantic load.

- “Remember me”; modesty, sincerity, hope. Many peoples believe that hydrangea has the ability to ward off illness and misfortune.

- “I am truly sincere”, “Fear nothing”, gladiator flower. The giver of gladioli is a strong, reliable person who does not accept compromises.

– I don’t know what kind of flower this is, but I liked the meaning - it means love at first sight.

Modesty, unpretentiousness; "I'm ready to be your shadow", "Call me"

Sensuality, femininity, elegance and attractiveness. In India, jasmine is called “moonlight in love.”

It means affection, true love, dreams of a happy future. According to another interpretation, in the language of flowers, honeysuckle can symbolize generosity and generosity.

- “I value your friendship very much” and symbolizes hope, trust, faith.

The language of flowers is balance. Now this language has become more advanced due to the expansion of the plant’s color range. Burgundy and pink callas are a sign of admiration and recognition, classic white callas are a symbol of meekness, golden yellow callas speak of restraint and devotion; Purple calla lilies in a bouquet are an image of greatness, but at the same time - passion and sadness. “You are magnificent,” the man says with such a bouquet to the woman to whom he presents it. And at the same time, many consider callas to be a male flower. Maybe this is due to the shape of the flower and its strict appearance. However, the leaf shape of this plant is heart-shaped. You can say that calla leaves are filled with warmth from the heart. The inflorescence of this flower is, as it were, wrapped in a long beautiful leaf, which gives callas such an elegant and recognizable appearance.

Admiration, perfection, gratitude. "You are an unearthly creature."

Bluebell white - humility, submission, constancy; “I will always be with you,” “Why do you torment me with whims?”

Bluebell – Constancy.

Means affection, fun, joy. But in the language of flowers, when giving a purple crocus, you can ask, “Do you regret that you fell in love with me?”, When giving a yellow crocus, you can ask, “Are your feelings true?”

Symbolizes perseverance or constancy. It may hint at the giver's fruitless attempts to achieve reciprocity.

It is considered a symbol of happiness, the giver wishes happiness to the one who received the bouquet, or hints to him that he makes him happy.

Admiration, loneliness. “I will never forget you”, “No one will replace you.”

Triumph, eternity, glory.

In Ancient Germany, they were a symbol of reciprocity; lilies of the valley were considered a guarantee of love and happiness in family life. What could be simpler and at the same time more beautiful than lily of the valley? A few white, porcelain-like bells on a long stem and a pair of light green leaves - that’s all; and yet how beautiful it is, how elegant! And how beautiful it is in a bouquet surrounded by a border of its leaves! In Germany and France, they still celebrate the lily of the valley festival every year on the first Sunday in May and organize dances. Girls attach a bouquet of lilies of the valley to the bodice of their dress, and guys attach it to the buttonhole of their coat. When a guy invites a girl to dance, the girl exchanges bouquets with him as a sign of agreement. In the past, a bouquet of lilies of the valley had a deeper meaning: it expressed the consent of young people to get married, and this evening usually ended with the announcement of who was marrying whom.

Unfading beauty.

A symbol of tenderness, fidelity and cloudless happiness. The magical aroma of these flowers improves your mood and gives you a feeling of celebration. A bouquet or composition of lilies is a wonderful gift for an affectionate, romantic girl. Lily is one of the undisputed favorites of the flower world. This flower has an inimitable delicate aroma, which since ancient times has been identified with the aroma of tenderness and love.

Lily (orange) - curiosity, coquetry. “You are a mystery to me,” “Is your heart free?”

Lily (white)- purity, purity, majesty, nobility. "It's divine to be next to you!!!"

Lily (tiger)- pride, abundance, prosperity, well-being, self-confidence.

– if you decide to decorate the bouquet with these leaves, you will wish them success and good luck.

– means health and happiness.

Nobility, perseverance, perseverance, “You will still be with me,” “I am your destiny.”

– speaking in the language of flowers, it will mean dreaminess, youth, imagination. A poppy picked in the field says “I’m dreaming of you,” a poppy in the garden says “Let’s love each other while there is time.”

It means a request for leniency, the hope of being noticed or forgiven.

- hiding their feelings, speaking the language of love, they announced: “I am hiding my feelings.”

– means true love, purity, innocence.

– contrary to legend, in the language of flowers, narcissus means attention, chivalry. The yellow flower said “You are the only one”, “When I am with you, the sun always shines”.

– with this flower you can express fidelity, true love, and talk about your memories.

It personifies the innocence with which the donor asks not to remain indifferent to his feelings.

They report anxiety, insecurity, and jealousy.

- it is unlikely that a man will choose this flower for a bouquet, but even if he takes a risk, he will hint that he is happy and faithful.

– a luxurious flower and means beauty, love. And it is also considered a Chinese symbol of childhood. It is customary to give orchids only to loved ones.

– in the language of flowers it means magic, charm, grace, mystery, enchantment, as well as the secret shackles of love.

- in the language of flowers, it means a cheerful life, a happy wedding and, in contrast, compassion.

Promises support, consolation or a request to be close.

– when giving the first spring flower, say “You are not like everyone else,” and it also means tenderness and hope.

This sunny flower is the main symbol of optimism, fun and prosperity. In the language of flowers, a bouquet of sunflowers given to a girl means: “You are a miracle!”, “I have never met someone like you,” “I am proud that you are with me.” Sunflowers are the sunniest flowers. A bouquet or composition of sunflowers is a bright, original and unforgettable gift. It is recommended to give sunflowers to creative and extraordinary people. Opt for a bouquet of sunflowers if your goal is to improve your mood, apologize or make a positive impression.

– oh, how many of them have already been donated! It turns out that there is a difference in what form you give it: a bud means an innocent heart; lethargic - you did not make an impression; dried - “Better death than living without happiness.” Color also plays a role: red speaks of love, dark red - mourning.

Red rose)- love, passion. “I love you”, “I can’t live without you”, “You should be mine”.

Rose (bud, red)- “I think I’ve fallen in love with you,” “I’m glad we met,” “Every day my feelings for you are getting stronger.”

Rosa Grand Prix- respect, generosity, love, trust, “You deserve the best.” Rose Grand Prix expresses the most noble feelings.

Rose (white)- purity and innocence, modesty and tenderness, mystery. “I will get you”, “You are an angel”.

Rose (yellow)- happiness joy. "You are my sun". A flower that expresses the most positive emotions. According to the language of flowers, yellow roses have nothing to do with betrayal and jealousy (although this interpretation of their symbolic meaning is very common).

Rose (cream)- elegance, harmony, perfection, constancy. “I remember. Always!”, “You and I are the perfect couple,” “You are beyond praise!”

Rose (pink)- the highest happiness, “Trust me.”

– many girls like this simple flower; it is believed that where a star falls, a daisy blooms. And its name comes from the Latin word “romana”, which means “Roman”. Daisies are cute and simple flowers, warm and familiar. The color scheme of these flowers is yellow-white, yellow-green; these colors signify cheerfulness and happiness. Chamomile is a symbol of sweet simplicity and tenderness, a symbol of fidelity and a symbol of Russian nature. A bouquet of daisy flowers, so similar to wild ones, will be a wonderful gift for any event.

– if white, it will mean first love, purple – “My heart belongs to you.”

Victory, masculinity, originality, determination. Strelitzia is considered the flower of strong, brave and successful people.

- a symbol of spring and eternal youth. According to floral etiquette, it is one of the most sophisticated and, at the same time, universal gifts. You can give tulips to both women and men of any age and social status. Nowadays, tulips and tulip bouquets are considered the most popular and versatile floral gift. They are the main symbol of hope, youth and spring. In Turkey, the tulip is the main symbol of love and eroticism. Turkish women are sure that a bouquet of tulips in their hands or a decoration with a picture of a tulip attracts the attention of the chosen one, lights his heart with love and fills him with the desire to urgently leave the ranks of bachelors. In the language of flowers, a yellow tulip means “Your smile is like sunlight,” a red one means “Trust me,” and a variegated one means “Beautiful eyes.”

– means modesty, innocence, dignity. The white one says “Let’s take a risk?!”, the blue one says “Careful!”.

- confidence.

- “Let’s burn our letters!”, parting; but also - reciprocity, unity, sweet dreams.

– yellow means fragile or rejected love, white means truth, red means good luck and best wishes.

– in the language of flowers it means spring and poetry.

Resignation, "Goodbye", "I'm so tired of you..."

It is believed that the number of flowers in a bouquet has a certain meaning: one flower is a sign of attention, three is respect, five is recognition, seven is love...

The most important thing to be guided by when choosing flowers is, of course, the tastes of the person for whom you are choosing a bouquet. How to recognize them? Give flowers more often, and sooner or later, you will definitely hit the mark!

Everyone knows what roses mean. Did you know that the color of roses is also very important and can either make a surprise or, conversely, ruin a relationship?
The custom of giving flowers is always gallant and romantic. For those who are shy or unsure of themselves, giving a bouquet is the easiest way to express your feelings.

Ancient myths, biblical stories and legends - in all of them you can find words about the meaning of flowers. At the beginning of the 18th century, King Charles II of Sweden introduced a new language to Europe, having visited Persia and learned the eastern “language of flowers.” Floral dictionaries were published throughout the 18th century, telling the secrets of lilies and lilacs, and individual chapters were devoted to arranging bouquets.

The more popular a flower is, the more meanings it has. The greatest burden falls, of course, on the roses.
Some would say we've long since moved on from Victorian days - email makes it as easy to woo a loved one miles away as if they were in the same room. But, on the other hand, it seems that we have lost contact with the earth.

The only flower whose meaning is always clear today is the rose. Yes, communication with the whole world has expanded globally, but the choice of flowers that are given has been reduced to almost one flower.

So, if you want to tell someone else how you feel, expand your freedom to choose from a large number of meaningful bouquets. After all, flowers are much more than just an email, and they look much more beautiful on the table.

Roses deserve the title of the oldest flowers grown by humans; they grew 5,000 years ago in gardens in the East. The wild rose is much older - the remains of roses date back to the appearance of 35 million years ago. Roses are now sold in the millions, which shows that this beautiful flower has truly stood the test of time.

The ancients explain the beauty of the rose by the fact that it was created by the gods. The Greek goddess Cloris accidentally stumbled upon a dead nymph and turned her into a flower, Aphrodite added beauty, brightness, joy and charm. Dionysus filled it with fragrant nectar, and the western wind Zephyr swelled the clouds so that Apollo could water the rose in the sunlight. The flower was then named the “Queen of Flowers” ​​and given to the god of love, Eros.

The Romans had their own ideas about the origin of the rose. According to their legend, there lived a beautiful girl named Rodanthe. She had many fans, but she didn't like them. These young people were so full of love and desire that one day it came to the point that they broke down the doors of her house and rushed inside. This story greatly angered the goddess Diana, who turned the girl into a flower and her fans into thorns to teach them a lesson.

Whatever the origin of the rose, this flower is undoubtedly the most famous symbol of beauty and love.

Each of us remembers that the different colors of roses symbolize certain feelings that we experience for the one to whom we give them. However, there are so many interpretations of rose colors that it is very difficult to remember them the first time.

The red rose is a symbol of love and passion. However, if you give it to a subordinate or business partner, then it expresses approval of a job well done or respect.

A dark burgundy rose is a rose that is usually given to representatives of the older generation. This is the color of “unconscious” but unfading beauty.

A pink flower is a traditional gift for a young girl. It denotes youth and its inherent modesty.
In addition, it symbolizes trust, tenderness and grace. Giving such a flower to a girl who attracts you means starting a relationship between you and hinting about your feelings.
However, pink can have another meaning, depending on the color saturation. So, dark pink means gratitude and appreciation, and light pink means sympathy and admiration.

You can safely present a white rose to a very young lady. But creamy white is the color of a wedding bouquet. It symbolizes happy love.
It is a mistake to think that yellow roses have a negative interpretation. In fact, yellow is the color of friendship and joy. These flowers look great in any floral arrangement.
An orange or coral rose is a great way to express enthusiasm and desire for a goal.

A tea rose will also tell you about your romantic feelings, a musky rose will express your admiration, and a centifolia rose is another way to confess your love. All light roses usually symbolize friendship.

Roses in buds, given in a bouquet, symbolize beginning, innocent love. The buds of red and pink roses say: "You are young and beautiful", unbloomed white roses mean: "You are too young for love."

For the first declaration of love, use light green roses.
If two buds are attached to a blooming rose, then some kind of secret must be seen in this message.

Two roses tied together are an invitation to a date, and they also mean anticipation of marriage.
Roses in the form of a wreath are a symbol of chastity. Since ancient times, rose wreaths at weddings have symbolized purity.
Rose foliage signifies hope and optimism.

The number of roses in the language of flowers also plays an important role. Thus, a single rose is a symbol of modesty; One red rose is a well-known way of declaring love. To invite someone on a fun date, a red rose is given in a bouquet, usually accompanied by two yellow roses.

The combination of white and red flowers in a bouquet signifies your agreement and unanimity. The combination of red and yellow is your sincere “Congratulations!” A rose in full bloom with two buds exudes mystery.

If the roses have leaves, then this is a symbol of reliability; if you tear them off, then the bouquet will say that, alas, there is no more hope.
But if you cut off the thorns, you will assure the person to whom you are giving the bouquet that he has nothing to be afraid of around you.