Impress that special
someone by brushing up on the meaning and history of flower giving. We've outlined
a bit of history on flower giving along with a list of some of the more common
flowers and their meanings so that you can best express yourself through flowers.
Flowers were once
part of lengthy courtships, dating back to the Middle Ages. This was a form
of communication allowing couples to express themselves to one another without
being overheard. Different types of flowers conveyed different messages, and
how the flowers were delivered factored into the meaning as well.
Despite all the
changes of individual meanings, sending and receiving flowers still remains
a ritual today. It continues to be one of the most popular social amenities
symbolizing beauty, appreciation and affection.