by Heidi | May 3, 2024 | Articles, Flowers of the Month, History of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
The traditional flower associated with May is the Lily of the Valley. It’s known for its delicate white bell-shaped flowers and sweet fragrance, often symbolizing purity, happiness, and renewal. In many cultures, it’s also associated with springtime and...
by Heidi | Mar 16, 2024 | Articles, Flowers of the Month, History of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers, Saint Patrick's Day
In Honor of Saint Patrick’s Day, celebrated on March 17th each year, honoring Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, we are featuring one of the most traditional flowers given during this joyous celebration – Belles of Ireland. “In the green...
by Heidi | Feb 2, 2024 | Articles, Floral Articles, Flowers of the Month, Language of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
The birth flower for February is the violet. Violets are often associated with modesty, faithfulness, and virtue. They come in various colors, including shades of purple, blue, and white. These flowers are symbolic of deep affection and are considered to be a...
by Heidi | Jan 1, 2024 | Articles, Floral Articles, Language of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
The flower commonly associated with the month of January is the Carnation. Carnations have maintained their popularity over the centuries due to their beauty, fragrance, and diverse symbolism. While the meanings associated with carnations may vary across cultures and...
by Heidi | May 15, 2022 | Articles, Language of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
Welcome to the Language of Flowers page for EdenFlorist.com For centuries the language of flowers has been acknowledged in many countries throughout Europe and Asia. The works of William Shakespeare make many references to the language of flowers. Mythologies,...
by Heidi | Nov 8, 2021 | Articles, History of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
Meanings -You’re A Wonderful Friend, Cheerfulness and Rest November’s birth flower, the chrysanthemum, celebrates the vibrant colors of autumn leaves. Also known as “mums,” chrysanthemums comes from the Greek prefix chrys- meaning golden and -anthemion, meaning...
by Heidi | Sep 13, 2021 | Articles, History of Flowers, Language of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
The aster, a cousin to the daisy is also known as the Michaelmas daisy, frost flower or Chinese Daisy. The botanical names are Aster, Callistephus, and the family aster is from is called Compositae. Asters are one of September’s flowers – the other being...
by Heidi | Jun 1, 2021 | Articles, History of Flowers, Love and Romance, Meaning of Flowers
June has been designated as National Rose Month as it is considered an ideal month for roses. Not only are they in season, but they are a popular choice for bridal decor, garden parties and more. Roses, their meanings, myths and other trivia are included in this...
by Heidi | Jan 16, 2021 | Articles, History of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
Meaning – symbolize love, magic, hope, and passion. Roses have a long and colorful history. They have been symbols of love, beauty, war, and politics. The rose is, according to fossil evidence, 35 million years old. In nature, the genus Rosa has some 150 species...
by Heidi | Dec 7, 2020 | Articles, History of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
Meaning – wishes of mirth and celebration. The Aztecs called poinsettias “Cuetlaxochitle.” During the 14th – 16th century the sap was used to control fevers and the bracts (modified leaves) were used to make a reddish dye. Montezuma, the last...
by Heidi | Oct 21, 2020 | Articles, History of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
SUNFLOWER – Botanical name Helianthus Having sunflowers in your home is like bringing the sunshine indoors; they light up a place just by their presence. Their scientific name Helianthus comes from two Greek words, Helios meaning sun, and Anthos, meaning flower. The...
by Heidi | Oct 15, 2020 | Articles, Floral Research, Meaning of Flowers
Ian Iris was crazy about Day Lily, but he was afraid to tell her how he felt. Was Ian doomed to be alone forever. The Hesitant Flower “Day is so beautiful,” Ian said to himself. “I want to spend more time with her. She’s brilliantly orange in color, and she’s so...
