Flowers bring positive energy, aroma and good luck with them. They are used to decorate every important event of our lives. Be it the arrival of a new person or holy wedding rituals, flowers are everywhere . It is our way of including nature in our lives and blooming with joy along with mother nature . Some flowers are also known to promote well being and boost spirits.
Fresh florals are used in decorating the mandap, stage, banquet hall and also play an important role in rituals like the garland ceremony, certain pujas and haldi. So you definitely need to think before choosing the right flowers for your big day.
Hydrangeas
Hydrangeas are known for portraying a sense of good luck and fortune. They are beautiful, vibrant and durable florals that are just perfect to decorate any part of your wedding venue. Hydrangeas tend to capture all the summer vibes in their massive ball of petals. They are seasonal flowers so get in touch with a flower dealer to get the desired color like red, purple, white, green, blue and pink varieties. They also embody grace, beauty and gratitude.
The general shape of these vibrant hues symbolize abundance and prosperity . They originate from Asia and South America and the name comes from the word hydroangeion which means a traditional water pitcher that actually resembles a hydrangeas’ shape.
Peonies
The vibrant peony blooms signify femininity, innocence and peace but red peonies in particular are known to epitomize good fortune and luck. They are considered very fortunate by a lot of cultures around the world . Use them to make wedding garlands or carry them as a bouquet. They would also make a good boutonniere for the groom. Peonies are native to Asia, Europe and western North America and are considered as a symbol for a happy marriage.
According to Feng-Shui, these intricate flowers tend to attract romantic relationships that last forever . It was named after the Greek physician of the gods Paeon, who used these flowers to save Pluto. But that made the god of medicine Aesculapius, jealous and he wanted to kill Paeon. So in order to save him, Pluto turned Paeon into a peony flower.
Marigold
Native to the Americas, marigolds were considered sacred by the Aztecs. They are very popular for their medicinal properties and religious importance in many cultures. Marigolds are used widely in all Hindu weddings and auspicious occasions. They were used by Lord Rama and Goddess Lakshmi along with Lord Vishnu and worshipped with the help of these flowers.
The bright yellow color of the marigold indicates the sun’s warmth, ambition, prosperity and good luck. They are also known for protecting you from evil spirits while other cultures compare them with a pot of gold.
Chrysanthemum
These were first cultivated in China and were widely used as a herb in the kitchen . The petals were often added in salads whereas the leaves were used to brew trees. The name of these wonderful flowers were derived from the Greek word ‘chryos’ which means gold. Different colors of these flowers have different meanings such as the red ones connote passionate love , a white one is a symbol of loyalty but in general they all epitomize a great future, longevity and joy. They are also known to carry positive vibes that manifest good things for you.
Orchids
These exotic blooms were discovered by a Greek botanist Theophrastos, who named them ‘orkhis’. Commonly known varieties include the moth orchids that can be used in making floral jewellery , garlands, bouquet and what not. They are associated with fertility and abundance . In Chinese culture, they optimize elegance, integrity and friendship.
Orange Blossoms
Beautiful but not so common ,orange blossoms can be considered as the luckiest flowers on the list . In many cultures like Indian, Persian, Chinese and European- they symbolize fertility, purity and love as it is believed that the orange tree produces both the fruit and the flower. These became popular, when Queen Victoria wore a crown at her wedding adorned with these beauties. Use them as centerpieces along with white roses, leaves and tiny oranges to complete the color palette. Such arrangements can also be done on your wedding cake or the sweet table.
