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For thousands of years meanings have been attached to flowers by many different cultures, with some of those meanings still being considered relevant today. Though the most important meaning is the thought behind each floral gift, flowers selected for their traditional symbolism and historical significance can speak to the recipient in a special way. In anniversary flowers, this tradition is taken even further by assigning particular flowers to each year of marriage. Though flower meanings vary from culture to culture and source to source, here are a few favorite flower choices for anniversaries to help you express your love throughout the years. 1st anniversaryPansies - Thought, remembranceCarnation - Joy, commitment, admiration (red), purity (white), never forget (pink) 2nd anniversaryCosmos - ModestyLily of the Valley - Happiness, purity of heart, humility, devotion 3rd anniversaryFuschia - TasteSunflower - Strength, warmth, nourishment. Signifies a 'Devout admirer' 4th anniversaryGeranium - Comfort, gentilityHydrangea - Gratefulness, pride, appreciation 5th anniversaryDaisy - Innocence, loyal love, 'I'll never tell', purity. 'You have as many virtues as this flower has petals' 6th anniversaryCalla/Calla Lilies - Magnificent beauty, transition, growth 7th anniversaryFreesia - Trust, fidelity, honorable love. The antidote to the proverbial thought that the seventh year brings restlessness 8th anniversaryClematis - Clever, intellectualLilac - 'The emotions of young love' 9th anniversaryPoppy - ImaginationBird of Paradise - Magnificence, splendor. 'Celebrating the unexpected side of romance' 10th anniversaryDaffodil - Regard, rebirth, unrequited love, chivalry. 'You're the only one' 11th anniversaryTulip - Elegance, grace. 'The most romantic of flowers'Morning Glory - Loves you 12th anniversaryPeony - Good life, happy marriage, prosperity 13th anniversaryHollyhock - Ambition, fruitfulnessChrysanthemum -Abundance, loveliness, fidelity 14th anniversaryOrchid - Love, beauty, wisdom, thoughtfulness 15th anniversary Rose - Love, passion, perfection. Roses have been a symbol of love since ancient times 20th anniversaryAster - Patience, elegance. Known as the 'Talisman of Love'Day Lily - Coquetry 25th anniversaryIris - Promise, faith, hope, wisdom, valor. Also, 'My compliments' and, 'Your friendship means so much to me' 30th anniversaryLily - Devotion, pride, beautySweet Pea - Lasting pleasure, blissful pleasure. Also, 'Thank you for a lovely time' and, 'I think of you' 40th anniversaryNasturtium - Conquest, victory in battleGladiolus - Sword. Also, 'You pierce my heart' 50th anniversaryYellow Roses - Inner light. 'The beauty of a long, prosperous marriage'and Violets - Modesty, faithfulness, virtue, understated beauty All flowers express love and caring, and some have special meanings to help you convey just the right message. So, whether you choose a particular flower based on its traditional symbolism, a special memory, or just your own personal style, you're always sure to find a beautiful way to express your love with flowers. From the caring people at 1-800-FLORALS
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