Ask any bride-to-be, and they’ll tell you flowers are an integral part of a wedding day. The blooms you choose are going to be a big part of your decor, but you also may want to consider the extra meaning flowers can have. With most having symbolic representations, you can design floral arrangements that are as meaningful as they are beautiful.
dahlias
These lovely blossoms symbolize beauty, commitment and kindness. Since they bloom longer than other flowers, they also represent steadfastness.
hydrangea
In general, these flowers represent gratitude, grace and beauty, making them a perfect fit for any blushing bride. Pink hydrangeas specifically mean heartfelt emotion because their shape evokes a beating heart.
peonies
Known as the king of flowers in its native China, this wedding staple represents love, honor, happiness, wealth and romance. What more could you ask for?
ranunculus
Commonly known as buttercups, these blooms symbolize charm and attractiveness. The pink ranunculus also symbolizes love and admiration, orange represents joy and happiness, and red indicates passion.
roses
Red roses are synonymous with romantic love. Pink represents appreciation, orange reflects passion, and yellow commonly represents friendship but also can mean new beginnings.
sweet peas
These delicate blossoms have the symbolic meaning of blissful pleasure. Sweet peas also represent good wishes, friendship and kindness.