A Flower for February
February 02, 2012 at 9:07 AM
Soulla Beck of Sophie's Garden introduces her monthly floral tribute....
Traditionally flowers go hand in hand with special occasions. The Victorians started the fashion for sending cards and flowers with hidden romantic messages on Valentine’s Day. Red roses, meaning Love, were at one time considered the only flower to represent this occasion.
The worldwide demand for red roses on Valentine’s Day has an inflationary effect on their price. Alternative blooms such as Orchids, Tulips and Gerberas are becoming popular to give and receive and are equally as stunning as the red rose.
Sending flowers to men has been growing in popularity. Strong colours and bold textures along with interesting shapes such as Calla Lilies, Anthriums and Amaryllis are well suited.
February’s Birth Flower is the Violet, symbolising faithfulness, humility and chastity.
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