People used to send flowers to convey messages, using a rubric called the Flower Code or Language of Flowers. They would often indicate on the attached notes that a bouquet contained a coded flower message, so as not to disrupt other people sending flowers for other reasons, which seems wise. Here is a modernized version developed to convey meanings that might be intrinsic to flowers at this time. One could call it a Modern Flower language, and indicate it as such or as a modern or updated flower code on a bouquet’s note. It may be expanded later.
Anemone – a friend
Baby’s Breath – immaturity, something to learn
Calla Lily – grace
Carnation – life balance
Chrysanthemum – “are you going to be okay?”
Cosmos – harmless, good intentions
Daffodil – warning about a friend or acquaintance
Daisy – “is it right?”, wondering about a match
Delphinium – career
Day Lily – things that override career
Foxglove – fancy
Gerbera Daisy – safety, shelter
Hydrangea – goodness, hoping goodness is preferred
Impatiens – waiting, envy, wanting to be nice
Iris – elegance, something right
Lavender – friction (of all kinds)
Marigold – charming, kindness
Orchid – perfection, “you don’t know me”
Peony – precious, romance
Petunia – something to say
Poppy – fun time, “will your activities get in the way?”
Rose – glory, love
Snapdragon – “don’t be mean”
Spider Chrysanthemum – “you’re okay”, “you’re mean”
Stephanotis – pleasure
Sunflower – arrogance, impressed
Tiger Lily – not taking things seriously
Tulip – funny, masculinity
──── by Lync Dalton ────
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