 The Secret Language of Flowers |
The Secret Language of Flowers
By Jodi M. Webb
Many times, flowers are a last ditch effort. But what if your flowers could say more than, "I couldn't think of anything else to get for you."? What if they could say, "I love your beautiful eyes" or "Will you go on a fantastically extravagant trip to the East Coast with me?"
The language of flowers is very specific. Flowers can represent a noun, verb, even and entire sentence or question. A variable as small as a color or type can completely change the message. Although a common rose declares love; a Japanese rose dismisses a romantic partner with "Beauty is your only attribute."
If you decide to speak the secret flower language that peaked in popularity during the Victorian Era don't forget to give your loved one a list to help them decipher your sweet nothings.
Sentences:
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Cedar Leaf
Chrysanthemum, Red Clover, Four-leafed Clover, White Coreopsis Currant Dianthus Jasmine Peach Blossoms Rose, Japanese Stephanotis Virginia Creeper |
- I live for thee.
- I love you - Be mine. - Think of me. - Always cheerful. - Your frown will kill me. - Make haste. - I am too happy. - I am your captive. - Beauty is your only attribute. - Will you accompany me to the East? - I cling to you both in sunshine and shade. |
Nouns:
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Amaranth, Globe
Amaryllis Chickweed Clematis Daisy Fern Hibiscus Honeysuckle Pansy Ivy Moss Mountain Laurel Olive Periwinkle, White Poppy, Scarlet Rose, Common Rose, Red and White Rosemary Tulip, Red Tulip, Variegated Tulip, Yellow |
- Unfading love
- Splendid beauty - Rendezvous - Mental beauty - Innocence - Fascination - Delicate flower - Devotion - Thoughts - Friendship - Maternal love - Ambition - Peace - Pleasures of memory - Fantastic extravagance - Love - Unity - Remembrance - Declaration of love - Beautiful eyes - Hopeless love |