Weddings are filled with traditions and symbolism, and flowers are no exception. Knowing what your flowers mean can help you make thoughtful choices for your floral arrangements.
Roses are the most iconic wedding flower. White roses symbolize purity, pink roses represent affection and tenderness, and red roses—of course—stand for passionate love.
Orchids, available in a wide range of varieties and colors, symbolize beauty and elegance. Their meaning is “thank you for letting yourself be loved,” which once made them taboo to even name in Victorian England!
Calla lilies, found in white, yellow, pink, and purple, stand for magnificent beauty. Tulips—delicate and available in many colors—symbolize love and passion. Peonies, lush and romantic, are known as the “queen of flowers” and signify a happy marriage in Chinese culture. Daisies, simple yet meaningful, symbolize innocence, loyal love, and shared emotions.
Every flower has its own story, so choose yours with intention. That said, if you love sunflowers (traditionally associated with falsehood) or yellow roses (symbolizing jealousy), use them anyway—and give them your own meaning as a couple!