The Language of Flowers: Carnations

Carnations are one of our favorite flowers. There is little wonder why. They are tolerant and look absolutely stunning in a vase or any other kind of arrangement. But, do you know what a carnation symbolizes?

Say It With Carnations

So, what does a carnation symbolize? It was the Victorians that first came up with the language of flowers. As we all know, carnations have come a long way since the Victorian era. These days, you will come across an abundance of colors and variations. By applying the Old Victorian Color code to our modern-day carnation, let’s discover what each color means.

Red is one of the most popular colors of carnations. If you don’t want to give your girlfriend red roses, why not give her red carnations instead? The red color symbolizes love and affection. The perfect color flower to give someone when you have just fallen in love with them.

As the relationship develops, you may want to consider giving her another color carnation. If you feel very strongly about her, you should buy her white carnations. They represent true love and good fortune.

If you are in love, but suspect that your love interest may be in love with someone else, you should go for striped white carnations. The striped variety represents forlorn love or a shared love.

If you are dating a girl born in January, you must simply buy her a bunch of carnations to show your appreciation. The carnation is, after all, the birth flower of January. A bouquet of a selection of different colors is a great idea. That gives you a chance to find out which is her favorite color. It is also the perfect conversation starter when you are not sure what to say to your January girl on a first date.

Carnations are beautiful flowers that last for a long time, and the scent from scented varieties is second to none.