Victoria’s V-Day Bouquet
Five Victorian Zinnia meanings.
A member of the aster family. It was common for people to wear and gift zinnias in the Victorian era.
But what made the perfect Valentine’s Day bouquet for your love?
These are only 5 of the zinnias available during the era and their meaning.
“Violet Queen” meant everlasting affection.
“Orange King” meant friendship.
“White Purity” meant the receiver was a truly good person.
“Purple Zinnia” meant absent friend.
“Canary Yellow” meant daily remembrance.
Until Tomorrow! Happy Valentine’s Day!
Flowers: The Victorian Text Message
Victorian era flower meaning.
There's plenty to say about the Victorian culture. It was definitely different!
Bouquets held secret messages in the blooms received. A flower sent could make or break you. It was the texting of the era.
Some bouquets were good
Bluebells meant kindness.
Rosemary for remembrance.
Tulips for passion,
Then the "not so good" bouquets.
Aloe meant bitterness.
Rhododendron was danger .
Pomegranates stood for conceit.
It's a good thing we have texting today!
Until Tomorrow! Smile On!
