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Posted by David Kraft on January 24, 2014 | Last Updated: January 30, 2014 Uncategorized

The Carnation: A Flower that has Endured Through Time

A man in Spain wears a deep red carnation in a jacket lapel regularly, while in the U.S., its popularity is often limited to a decor on a wedding pew or funeral pyre, and are celebrated as much for their hardiness and lengthy lifespan as bright colors and a floral scent.

The carnation is a full, mini or dwarf flower with a strong stem that can be given for numerous occasion types. It can be useful to send a bouquet or give a single carnation to someone, the color represents a reason that the flower is given.

While orange represents good luck, deep red can be given to represent romance and love. A stripe carnation signifies regret for a missed RSVP event or occasion, while yellow soothes someone experiencing rejection or a disappointment, for example, a difficult work day, or university admissions rejection.

A carnation is a fastidious flower requires frequent pruning. Pinching, stopping and disbudding are also essential to the health and appearance of the flowers.

Its genesis according to Christianity states that the first carnation bloomed when Mary wept for Jesus as he carried the cross.

Most people do not appreciate the carnation as deeply as the rose, however, its history and value are woven into the world’s culture, nearly as significantly. In fact, a list of interesting details that link it to society follow:

  • The Greek language originated the Carnation name from the work Dianthus, which means the flower of the Gods.
  • A carnation is the official flower for Mother’s Day.
  • Frequently South American countries export carnations to the U.S., which is responsible for the inexpensive price.
  • Carnations grow as wide as 8.5 cm in diameter and the petals are clawed or serrated.