<><>Flowers Meanings<><>

As every flower lover knows, flowers have a language

of their own. Every sentiment is expressed in one

form or another by these delicate blooms.

Of course, even the experts disagree on the

"true meaning" of many flowers and most

have different meanings to different people.

So, while all flowers convey thoughtfulness and love,

here are some of the more traditional flower

meanings, according to one source.

See, if you agree. And, remember, a gift of flowers

for a special someone will always

create its own personal meaning

AZALEA - Take Care of Yourself for Me, Temperance,

Fragile Passion, Chinese Symbol of Womanhood

BACHELOR BUTTON - Single Blessedness

CYCLAMEN - Resignation and Good-Bye

DANDELION - Faithfulness, Happiness

FORSYTHIA - Anticipation

GLOXINIA - Love at First Sight

HYACINTH (PURPLE) - I am Sorry, Please Forgive Me, Sorrow

IRIS - Fleur-de-lis, Emblem of France, Your Friendship Means so Much to Me,

Faith, Hope, Wisdom and Valor, My Compliments

LILY (CALLA) - Beauty

MAGNOLIA - Nobility

NASTURTIUM - Conquest, Victory in Battle

ORCHID - Love, Beauty, Refinement, Beautiful Lady, Chinese Symbol for Many Children

POPPY (YELLOW) - Wealth, Success

ROSE (RED) - Love, I Love You

SNAPDRAGON - Deception, Gracious Lady

TULIP (VARIEGATED) - Beautiful Eyes

VIOLET - Modesty

ZINNIA (YELLOW) - Daily Remembrance