Pink roses that are as rosy as the blush upon your cheeks always remind me of ‘These are a few of my favorite things’ from the Sound of Music. For Pink flowers truly are one of my favorite things. As pink is a shade of red, the passion that red represents is present along with a subtle softer tone of romance in pink flowers. Pink flowers come in a variety of hues ranging from the almost red like the Hawaiian pink flower to the palest pink lilies. Pink flowers are symbolic of love, devotion and warmth. Pink flowers can be combined with pale green
and yellow flowers. Pink carnation are the most popular flowers on Mother’s day as it is believed that they were first spotted at the spot where Mother Mary shed tears for her son’s plight.
Pink wedding flower
Pink flowers are bound to add an airy, delicate and romantic touch to your wedding. And why not, after all Romance is what weddings are all about. Weeping cherry could be used to create and enchanting Pink flower background for a spring wedding. The bridal bouquet should have flowers that complement the pink but not overshadow it, like the Pale green carnations, or calla lilies, and a trail of the beautiful pink wisteria. The cascade of pink flowers against your white wedding gown will definitely look spectacular. Pink tulips and Geraniums would look sterling in stand-alone groupings or as centerpieces.
Since Pink flowers come in hundreds of tones and varieties, it would be best to consult a professional florist to assist you in making the right choice.
Pink Wildflowers
Tanseyleaf Aster named after the Greek word ‘aster’, which means star. It is aid to have grown when a certain God scattered stardust over the earth. It is kept on altars to ward away evil spirits. It is also associated with elegance and daintiness and is a talisman of love. The American Indians used it to make a lotion for rheumatism. They also believed that a paste of asters could be sued to treat the bite of a mad-dog. Ancient Greeks used it to cure snakebites and ward away snakes. Medicinal purposes aside, the aster with its beautiful pink petals is a joy to look at and would make a perfect addition to a suburban backyard.
Wild Geranium also known as cranesbill is a rare wild flower that only blooms in the months of April and June in tropical climates. The flower turns into a seedpod that looks like the bill of a crane, hence the name cranesbill. Geranion is the Greek work for crane, hence Geranium. The Native Americans used the roots of this plant to make a tea that they believed could cure diarrhea, ulcers, hemorrhages, wounds and also be used a s a birth control. The petals are the palest of pink with a colorful center. A magnificent beauty, pity it isn’t available easily.
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