What do sunflowers mean in the language of flowers?

2024-01-19 19:50:01

Sunflowers are one of the brightest and most cheerful flowers. In modern floristry, these “solar” flowers flowers are increasingly used for various bouquets and compositions. But what do sunflowers mean in the language of flowers?

Sunflowers and their symbolism

The name of the plant inevitably refers us to the heavenly body. And the flower looks exactly like a little sun. It is not surprising that in the language of flowers, the meaning of the sunflower is associated with warmth, light, vitality, happiness and joy.

Sunflowers remind us of hot summers and carefree times, when all we could feel was — this is lightness and ease. These are perhaps the only flowers that have an exclusively positive meaning in all cultures of the world.

The flower is truly unique. It may seem as if it is alive, as its beautiful sunny heads turn after the sunlight. In Greek mythology, there is a romantic legend associated with the “flower of the sun.” According to her, one girl fell unrequitedly in love with the god of light Apollo. As each morning began, she watched him move across the sky in his chariot, hoping that one day he would come down to her. After some time, the gods turned the girl into a flower so that she could watch her beloved every day, standing still. Thus was born the sunflower, which follows the sun, turning its bright head on the stem.

According to this and other existing beliefs, the sunflower symbolizes:

• endless loyalty and devotion;
• worship;
• hope and faith;
• unconditional love.

All the features and legends associated with the sunflower make it an unusually romantic, although at the same time simple flower (however, making a bouquet of sunflowers will be more difficult, and the weight of the flower is not the smallest). These plants look great in mixed and mono bouquets, adding a sunny look to them.

You can present a bouquet with sunflowers to a variety of people for various reasons. The only thing that has nothing to do with sunflowers is — this is sadness and sadness. With the help of these flowers you can express any positive feelings associated with love, friendship, affection, respect, gratitude, etc., but not sad ones.

Who can I give a bouquet of sunflowers?

Experienced florists know a variety of ways to use sunflowers in bouquets and arrangements. They collect single bright bouquets, create flower arrangements in boxes, and also successfully arrange sunflowers with other flowers.

The uniqueness of the sunflower is that it can be combined with a wide variety of unexpected shades. Its yellow-black flowers look great mixed with blue, pink, red, orange and green flowers. Florists successfully combine bouquets with decorative greenery, adding freshness and charm to the bouquet.

You can present sunflowers to your mother, grandmother, girlfriend, female colleague at work, friend, or just any person you would like to please. These flowers are relevant for birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine's days, various holidays, in honor of promotions, anniversaries or for no special reason. Often modern brides include sunflowers in their wedding bouquets. In addition to their attractiveness, such compositions will help demonstrate your creativity and excellent taste.

Where to order a bouquet of sunflowers?

When choosing sunflower flower arrangements, it is important to choose the right plants. They must be freshly cut in order to delight the recipient with their radiant appearance for as long as possible. They should also be decorative, since industrial sunflowers — This is a completely different plant. You can order a bouquet of sunflowers at an affordable price with delivery at the BUKETEXPRESS studio. You can choose one of the presented compositions or place your ideal order so that experienced florists will bring any of your fantasies to life!