Discover the symbolism and significance behind the top 10 most popular flowers given as gifts. From the romantic rose to the vibrant sunflower, explore the deeper meanings behind these beloved blooms and find the perfect floral gesture for any occasion.

1. THE MEANING
OF THE 10
MOST POPULAR
FLOWERS AS
GIFTS

2. INTRODUCTION
When you want to buy a gift for someone you love, flowers are
often the first thing that comes to mind. Flowers are a popular
choice all around the world for special occasions. It's nice to
receive a bunch of your favorite flowers as a gift. Different flowers
have different meanings. Here are the meanings of the 10 most
popular flowers that people often give as gifts.
4/15/2024

3. 1. ROSE
The rose is the most popular flower because
of its beautiful shape and many colors.
People often give roses as gifts because
they are a symbol of love. Roses are
especially popular for Valentine's Day
because they represent love for everyone.
4/15/2024

4. 2. TULIPS
Tulips are special because they tell us that
spring is here just by how they look and
the colors they show. People love to give
them as gifts because they're not
complicated, yet they bring so much joy
with their vibrant hues. Their simplicity and
delightful colors make them a favorite
choice among flowers to share with
others.
4/15/2024

5. 3. GERBERAS
Gerberas are flowers that mean different
things to different cultures. Egyptians
thought they were close to nature and loved
the sun. Celts believed they made life less
sad and stressful. Generally, gerberas stand
for innocence, purity, happiness, and faithful
love. They are quite popular, although not as
much as roses. They come from South
Africa and are sometimes called African
daisies.
4/15/2024

6. 4. LILIES
The name 'lily' comes from Old English 'lilie'
and Latin 'lilium'. People all around the world
use this name. The actual flower 'lily' has a
special meaning. Each type of lily has its
own significance, but commonly it
represents purity and fertility. The lily flower
symbolizes new life and starting fresh
because it looks delicate and innocent. If
you want to give someone a delicate and
pretty flower, lilies are a great option.
4/15/2024

7. 5. ORCHIDS
Orchids are special flowers that represent
many good things like kindness, beauty,
and love. People often give them as gifts
for important occasions because they
symbolize happiness and elegance. Even
though some think orchids are hard to
grow, many still love them even more for
it. Throughout history, people have found
different meanings in orchids that make
them feel hopeful and happy.
4/15/2024

8. 6. IRIS
Irises are beautiful flowers that you can
easily recognize. There are about 300
different types of iris plants. They have
meanings like nobility, wisdom, and purity.
People often give them as gifts to special
people. Irises come in many colors, but blue
is the most common. You can also find them
in purple, yellow, pink, or orange.
4/15/2024

9. 7. CARNATIONS
(DIANTHUS)
Carnations are a popular flower known for
their beauty and charm. They symbolize
fascination, uniqueness, and love when
given as a gift. According to a story from
Christianity, carnations sprouted from tears
shed by the Virgin Mary while watching
Jesus carry the cross. This is why they're
linked with a mother's love.
4/15/2024

10. 8. SUNFLOWERS
Sunflowers are one of the top 10
favorite flowers people give as gifts.
They're big, colorful plants that make
people happy. Sunflowers are tall
and have yellow and black colors
that stand out. They got their name
because they look like the sun.
4/15/2024

11. 9. HORTENSIAS
(HYDRANGEA)
Hydrangeas are really popular now
because they're great for making a
statement. They stand out because
of their big round bunches of small
flowers. Before, hydrangeas only
came in blue or white. But now, there
are lots of different kinds with vibrant
colors. You can even find some that
are painted with different colors.
4/15/2024

12. 10. CALLA LILIES
(ZANTEDESCHIA)
Calla lilies are flowers often chosen
for weddings because they are white
and unique. Even though they have
"lily" in their name, they're different
from other lilies. Calla lilies are
special and are used for important
events in life. People believe they
represent purity, holiness, and
faithfulness because of their
religious meaning.
4/15/2024