Flowers

Here's an alphabetical listing of phrases and words with their associated flowers.

Throughout history, lovers have given flowers to each other as a token of their longing, devotion, and love. The meaning of a flower that you give as a gift is dependent on how special a flower is to your spouse and whatever you want that flower to represent.

Since ancient times, the rose has been a symbol of love, romance, passion, and perfection. Show your spouse your love and sensitivity by selecting a rose to give by its name and not just by its color or fragrance.

Some couples like to give traditional anniversary flowers on their wedding anniversary or use the traditional flower in the decorations of an anniversary celebration. Here is a listing of the flowers often associated with the 1st through 50th wedding anniversaries.

Video: Shaneca Mason reviews the meanings of ten popular flowers.

From New Zealand, a handy chart.

Rachel Shreckengast has suggestions on saving money on your floral arrangements.