Meaningful Flowers:

You may have heard of the language of flowers and how each flower has a special meaning. Why are red roses synonymous with Valentine's Day? Because they represent love. Yellow roses mean friendship and white roses mean innocence. Here is a list of flowers and their meanings, but remember, there are different interpretations and you need not put too much stock in the meanings.

Almond blossom: hope
Apple blossom: good fortune
Calla Lilies: magnificent beauty
Camellia: gratitude
Carnation: fascination
Chrysanthemum (red): I love you
Chrysanthemum (white): truth
Cyclamen: modesty
Daffodil: regard
Daisy: innocence
Fern: fascination
Forget-me-not: remembrance
Gardenia: joy
Heather: good luck
Heliotrope: devotion
Honeysuckle: generosity
Hyacinth: loveliness
Ivy: fidelity
Iris: burning love
Japonica: loveliness
Jasmine: amiability
Lemon blossom: fidelity in love
Lilac: youthful innocence
Lily: majesty
Lily-of-the-valley: return of happiness
Magnolia: perseverance
Myrtle: love
Orange blossom: purity
Orchid: beauty
Peach blossom: captive
Rose: love, happiness
Snowdrop: hope
Sweat pea: pleasure
Tulip (red): I love you
Tulip (white): I am worthy of you
Tulip: love
Veronica: fidelity
Violet: faithfulness

Remember:     Wedding day flowers are meant to be a part of the overall look of the day.  They should not steal the scene from the bride or distract from the big picture. Be creative and use what the season has to offer. Keep this in mind and you will make tasteful choices that will not only stretch your budget, but guarantee beautiful wedding flowers you'll love and admire years to come.