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From the red carnation that
symbolizes admiration, to
the white that represents
pure and innocent love, to
the pink bloom that says
śI'll never forget you,ť the
carnation”with its long
lasting qualities and
clove-like delicate
fragrance”embodies joy and
commitment promised for
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Signifying happiness and
purity of heart, lilies of
the valley have long been
associated with humility and
devotion. Legend has it that
a nightingale's affection
for this beautiful flower
was so strong that it
wouldn't return to the woods
until the flower bloomed in
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It's said that a gift of
sunflowers signifies a
śdevout admirer.ť
Representing strength,
warmth and nourishment”all
attributes of the sun
itself”the way in which a
sunflower turns to follow
the sun symbolizes deep
loyalty and constancy.
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With their lush globes
filled with a delicate lace
of small petals, the
hydrangea symbolizes both
gratefulness and
pride”celebrating heartfelt
praise and appreciation.
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While the well-known legend
carried over from Victorian
times has it that maidens
would pluck a daisy's petals
one by one to predict their
romantic future, daisies are
also known to indicate
innocence, purity and
gentleness on behalf of both
the giver and recipient,
declaring: śYou have as many
virtues as this flower has
petals.ť Doesn't hurt that
they make a beatiful fresh
floral bouquet. |
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The calla”with its
trumpet-shaped blooms and
graceful, slender profile”is
a symbol of transition and
growth, reflecting the
beauty and pride gained in
shared wisdom over time.
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A symbol of trust and
fidelity, freesia is an
appropriate antidote to the
proverbial saying that the
seventh year of marriage
provokes restlessness.
Representing faithfulness
through the seasons, it's a
traditional reminder of
love's honorable character.
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With their heart-shaped,
deep green leaves and
irresistibly fragrant
blooms, lilacs have been
treasured for generations.
Reminiscent of springtime
and young love, they
symbolize and recall love's
first emotions. Shop for
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Resembling one of the most
striking, exotic birds in
the world, birds of
paradise, with its large
blue and orange blossoms,
symbolizes magnificence and
splendor”celebrating
romance's unexpected side.
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In nature”as in romance”the
daffodil reminds us of
renewal and simple
pleasures. Possessing a
fresh, sweet fragrance, this
joyful bloom symbolizes
singular love and chivalry.
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Symbolizing a declaration of
love, legend has it that the
tulip's velvety black center
represents a lover's heart,
darkened by the heat of
passion. Believed by many to
be the most romantic of
flowers, tulips are said to
also represent elegance and
grace. |
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In full bloom, the lush
peony embodies romance and
prosperity. Known as the
flower of riches and honor,
the peony is regarded as an
omen of good fortune and a
happy marriage. |
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While misfortune is
frequently associated with
the number thirteen, there's
nothing unlucky about a
chrysanthemum fresh floral
arrangement that represents
this wedding anniversary.
Long associated with
abundance and loveliness,
the chrysanthemum is also a
symbol for fidelity.
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A pink orchid conveys pure
affection. The popular
cattelya orchid represents
mature charm. With a
universal message of love,
beauty, wisdom and
thoughtfulness, the graceful
orchid symbolizes affection
and understanding.
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One of the earliest flowers
known to man, roses
symbolize love, magic, hope
and passion. Representing
ultimate beauty and
perfection, it's said
Cleopatra scattered rose
petals before Mark Anthony's
feet. Exquisite and radiant,
they are the quintessential
messengers of love.
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Believed to have magical
properties, the aster is
said to be a talisman of
love. Symbolizing patience
and elegance, the star-like
bloom represents a
combination of gained wisdom
and good fortune.
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Combining many of the best
characteristics of a long,
happy marriage”faith, hope,
wisdom, valor and
promise”the iris is,
appropriately, also the
emblem of France, one of the
most romantic countries in
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The majestic status of 30
years of marriage isn't lost
on this anniversary's
flower. In addition to
symbolizing magnificence,
the sweetly fragrant lily,
with its star-shaped bloom,
represents devotion, pride
and beauty”further
testaments to such a
significant milestone.
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Derived from the Latin word
gladius, meaning śsword,ť
for the shape of its leaves,
the gladiolus signifies
remembrance”fitting for an
anniversary with so many
years to fondly recall. Also
expressing vibrancy and
infatuation, this showy
flower tells the recipient
that he or she śpierces the
heart.ť |
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 It's
not surprising that the
wedding anniversary that
celebrates a half century of
marriage should have two
flowers to represent its
significance. Yellow roses
have long been known as the
traditional gift for this
anniversary bouquet. With
their sun-kissed color, lush
blossoms and subtle
fragrance, they aptly
represent the inner light
and beauty of a long,
prosperous marriage. But,
along with yellow roses,
violets share the spotlight
in commemorating this
important occasion. Legend
has it that when Josephine
married Napoleon, she wore a
string of violets, and on
every wedding anniversary
thereafter, Napoleon sent
her a violet bouquet.
Symbolizing virtue, modesty
and faithfulness, violets
represent the combination of
humility and commitment that
sustains an enduring union.
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