Romantic Flowers: Say it with Petals

“Roses are red. Violets are blue. Sugar is sweet. And so are you.”

That may not be the most romantic thing to say to the person you love in this day and age but it tells us about one of the most popular facts of life --- romance and flowers are inseparable. They have always been inseparable. Even during the rise of the ancient Egyptian civilizations, flowered were used as the ultimate symbols of love. Today, flowers do not just symbolize love. They also connote desire, passion and romance.

Nowadays, proofs that flowers are the ultimate symbols of love are everywhere. When you are on a date, you give your girlfriend a bouquet of flowers. They are also always present at wedding ceremonies. Valentine's Day is the most awaited day of florists and flower shop owners because they are easily sold out.

However, not all flowers are romantic symbolically. In fact, some flowers mean death or hatred. That's why you have to choose the flowers right. Red roses are the most common flowers associated with romance. Other romantic flowers include tulips, lilies, daisies, gardenias, carnations, orchids, lilacs and many others. Each flower expresses something. Even when you don't say anything you can get your message across with the flower you choose and its color. Here are some of the most romantic flowers and what they mean.

Gardenia – I love you secretly.

Blue hyacinth – I will always be here.

Purple hyacinth – I apologize. Forgive me.

White lily – You are pure.

Yellow lily – Thank you.

Orchid – You are very delicate.

Primrose – I can't live without you.

Red rose – My love for you is passionate.

Pink rose – You are my friend.

Yellow rose – Please love me.

Red tulip – You are perfect.

Yellow tulip – I hopelessly love you.

Blue Violet – I will be faithful.

Purple violet – You are always on my mind.

Daffodil – You are my only one.

Amaryllis – You are beautiful.

Azalea – Take care.

Although the above meanings are the usual statements that are associated with these flowers, you have to bear in mind that it still varies from one situation to another. The most romantic flower for you is the one that has a special significance. For example, it may be her favorite flower or the ones you gave her when you first met. What matters is still the meaning you give to the flowers and not what society dictates.