Language and Meaning of Flowers

How your choice of wedding flowers can speak volumes

Wedding flowers don’t just look beautiful – the flowers you choose have real meaning too. In Victorian times, lovers sent each other flowers to convey different qualities and emotions. These associations were adopted for bride’s bouquets and some brides still use them today. You can see these meanings in the table below — try using them for inspiration when you come to choosing your wedding blooms.meaning of flowers

 

The language and meaning of flowers

bluebell everlasting love
carnation fascination
chrysanthemum truth
daffodil regard
daisy sharing/innocence
fern fascination
flowering almond hope
forget-me-not speaks for itself!
heather (white) luck
heliotrope devotion
honeysuckle generosity
ivy fidelity
iris flame
japonica loveliness
lemon blossom fidelity in love
lilac youthful innocence
lily purity/majesty
lily-of-the-valley return of happiness
mimosa sensitivity
myrtle love
orange blossom purity
peach blossom captive
rose (red) passion
rose (white) love and beauty
rose (pale pink) grace
rosemary remembrance
snowdrop hope
stephanotis exotic travel
sweet pea pleasure
tulip love
veronica fidelity
violet faithfulness

Download the free wedding planning app

Plan your dream wedding with Wedx, the free wedding planning app that makes organising your big day a breeze. With a countdown clock and intuitive planning tools, you'll stay on top of every detail. Discover amazing suppliers, explore their services, and view stunning photos and videos, all in one place. Wedx helps you connect with the perfect professionals to bring your wedding vision to life.

Free App Right Arrow
Wedx Icon

Claim your free wedding magazine

Claim your free copy of Confetti Magazine, one of the UK's premier wedding publications. Inside its beautifully curated pages, you'll find expert tips, checklists, and inspiring real-life stories to spark your imagination and plan your dream day with confidence, ensuring your wedding is just the way you envision it, down to the last detail.

Free Magazine Right Arrow
Confetti Magazine

Find Wedding Ideas, Inspiration, Venues and Services