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Red Carnations
Light red
carnations, are often used to
convey admiration, whereas the dark
red
version expresses deeper sentiments
of love and affection. Red carnations
mean "My Heart Aches For You," "I
hold you in esteem" and "I respect
and admire you." In the
early part of the 20th century, carnations
became the official flower of Mother's
Day in addition to significance in
many other cultures worldwide.
It is customary to wear red carnations
on Mother's Day if your mother is
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Pink Carnations
Pink
carnations have the most symbolic
and historical significance. According
to Christian legend, carnations first
appeared on Earth as Jesus carried
the Cross and The Virgin Mary shed
tea at Jesus' plight and carnation
sprang up from where her tears fell.
Thus, the pink carnation became the
symbol of a mother's undying love,
and in 1907 was chosen by emblem of
"Mother's Day," now observed in the
United States and Canada on the second
Sunday in May. A red carnation may
be worn if one's mother is alive,
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White Carnations
White
carnations convey pure love and
good luck, lovely, innocence
and sweetness. White carnations
represent the purity of weddings as
well as the endurance of motherhood.
On Mother's Day, it is customary in
many countries to wear white carnations
out of respect for a deceased mother.
By retaining its status as a floral
mainstay, white carnations have proven
to be long-lasting flowers
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Yellow Carnations
In the past, Yellow
carnations indicate you have disappointed
someone and are a sign of rejection.
However, today many people would smile
and their faces would light up after
receiving a bouquet of sweet-smelling,
sunny yellow carnations. Some carnation
varieties are grown outdoors, but many
are greenhouse plants. Yellow
carnations are not as common as other
colors but possess their own warm, individual
beauty. |
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Purple Carnations
Purple
Carnations covey capriciousness
that means the sender is being unpredictable
or whimsical. Purple carnations
are not as prevalent as pink, red, white
and mixed carnations, but a large bouquet
of these sweet, long-lasting flowers
would delight any recipient. Purple
carnations possess a charm and allure
that would captivate anyone for a fun-loving
occasion or just to cheer someone up. |
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Mixed Carnations
Mixed Carnations
can convey a variety of feelings. These
delicate, durable and delightful flowers
can be mixed to create the prefect sentiment. A
bouquet of mixed carnations have long
been a favorite of florists. They
can come in a variety of colors and
are great for cut-floral
arrangements and bouquets. Or, a
mixed arrangement of red and white carnation
can let someone know they are respected
and loved. Mixed carnations last
a long time and would be a sweet-smelling
gift for any occasion. |
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