The Language of Flowers

Dahlia’s mean elegance, positivity, growth and inner strength and make a beautiful addition to any Santa Barbara garden

sending the perfect message with flowers

Flowers are the ultimate expression of love. In the language of flowers, each bloom and even the color sends a different message. If you send your love yellow roses, you are saying your ador has cooled. Not the right message for Valentine’s Day. So, let’s delve into a little “flower-speak” to find the best way to express your feelings

Emerson having fun picking flowers in our garden. Mexican Marigolds symbolize the brevity of life and Geraniums are a symbol of enduring friendship

Flowers secret messages

Any garden tells a story and flowers have their own story to tell. The legend is that in olden times, flowers were a way of communicating secret messages to an elicit love. What message do you want to send?

Roses are the flowers of love. Fuchsia roses mean lasting love and trust and represent femininity and grace

Roses; the flower of love

Roses are the ultimate flower of love. Red Roses mean “I love you”, and pink roses mean “perfect happiness”. Yellow roses mean “jealousy” or “platonic love”. White Roses mean Eternal Love ; innocence; heavenly; secrecy and silence

Other flowers and their meanings:

Hydrangea - Thank you for understanding

Camellia-Love, affection and admiration

Orchid - Love; beauty; refinement; beautiful lady

Gladiolus - Love at First Sight

Gardenia - You're lovely; secret love

Sunflowers mean loyalty in the language of flowers

Give the gift of a beautiful garden

No matter what you have to say this Valentine’s Day, Flowers say it all. Joy, Happiness, Beauty and Love. If you want to give your love a message with flowers, give her the gift of a new garden. That way you can pick flowers any day of the year and have a garden filled with beauty and joy! Contact us for a FREE HOME GARDEN Consultation and get started today. And until next time, fill your garden with joy (and lots of flowers)

xo Lisa