Flowers and Romance are inseparable. This holds true in celebrating a wedding anniversary as well. The beauty of love and the delight of receiving flowers from the one we love are inextricably linked. A lot of people associate romance to a time they received flowers, hence an anniversary is always a good time to rekindle the romance in you marriage. While nothing says ‘I love you’ the way roses do, there is a list of flowers traditionally gifted on your milestone anniversaries.
1st Anniversary-: Carnations
The white carnation flower symbolizes pure and innocent love, while the red carnation coveys admiration. Exactly the message that you would want to send across to your spouse on this threshold of your lives. Or you could opt for the subtle pink carnation that asserts ‘i’ll never forget you.’ They are embodiment of the love and commitment for years to come. Celebrate the years to come by giving her a bouquet of carnations.
5th Anniversary-: Daisy
In the Victorian times, young girls would pluck the petals off a white daisy flower one by one to predict their romantic prospects. This tradition is still wildly popular in certain cultures. This flower is symbolic of gentleness in both the giver and the receiver and is also associated with Purity. A beautiful bouquet of fresh daisies would be a perfect gift for showing your love for your spouse.
10th Anniversary-: Daffodil
Daffodils are symbolic of renewing the joy and commitment of life as well as the respect accorded to a partner. They remind us of the simple pleasures of a good marriage. Gifting your spouse a bouquet of daffodils will assure them of your love and fidelity.
25th Anniversary-: Iris
A flower with varied meanings, the Blue Iris is mainly symbolic of Faith, wisdom, promise and valor. Doesn’t hurt that it is also the emblem of one of the most romantic countries in the world, France. Bask in each other’s love and admiration and take a trip down memory lane on this landmark anniversary.
50th Anniversary-: Yellow Roses and Violets
A day to commemorate your love and commitment for the years past and more to come in the future. Yellow roses have always been a traditional gift for this anniversary bouquet. It represents the inner light and beauty in a long lasting and happy marriage. The violets stand for faithfulness and modesty. Legend has it that Josephine wore a string of violets around her neck when she married Napoleon. Thereafter on every anniversary Napoleon always sent her a bouquet of Violets. Appreciate the goodness and faithfulness of your spouse by giving her a bouquet of yellow roses and violets. They are the perfect choice for a 50th wedding anniversary flower.
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