Mother's Day Flowers
As Mother’s Day approaches, it’s time tohonor the incredible women who have shaped our lives with unconditionallove, unwavering support, and wonderful advice (both sought outand unwarranted). And what better way to celebrate them than with the gift offlowers? Let’s explore the meanings behind some popular Mother’s Dayflowers:
- Carnations:
- With delicate petals and a sweet fragrance, carnations have often been associated with maternal love and admiration.
- The tradition of gifting carnations on Mother’s Day dates back to ancient Greek and Roman times, where the flower was dedicated to Cybele, the goddess of motherhood.
- Today, carnations remain a beloved symbol of maternal affection, making them the perfect choice for expressing gratitude to the special women in our lives
- Tulips:
- To represent the unbreakable bond between mothers and sons, the tulip is the perfect choice.
- Tulips symbolize strength, loyalty, and admiration.
- From teaching us how to ride a bike to cheering us on from the sidelines, mothers play an invaluable role in shaping the men we become. A vibrant bouquet of tulips is a wonderful way to show our appreciation.
- Peonies:
- The peony, often called the queen of flowers, represents the love and admiration between friends.
- While there is no flower directly dedicated to the friendship between moms, we’d like to nominate the peony for that honor.
- We recognize all the hard work and sacrifice it takes to be a mom, and the peony beautifully reflects compassion and empathy.
Whether it’s the classic carnation, the elegant the vibrant tulip, or the ever-popular peony, each stem carries its own uniquesymbolism, reflecting the beautiful bond between mothers, mother figures, andtheir children of all varieties.
