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Why does everyone use flowers to represent feelings? This story has an origin.

Even though giving flowers has been around for a very long time, using flowers is a medium for communicating feelings. From giver to receiver was very popular in the Victorian era, 1837-1901, because people in that era were serious to the point that even the type of flower, size, style, arrangement, and condition of the flowers received were different. Hidden meaning. The meaning of those flowers covers every emotion. Whether it's friendship, love, it can be used in place of thank you, apology, or hate in its entirety.

From the past to the present Although people are not as serious about using flowers as communication agents as in previous eras, But everyone still chooses to give flowers to each other on important occasions and uses flowers as a medium to express various feelings, divided into categories as follows.

1. Flowers and flower-giving opportunities

Flowers to express love, flowers for your lover

If we talk about flowers as a symbol of love, everyone will undoubtedly think of roses, especially red roses, which have been popular throughout the ages. Not only are they beautiful and fragrant, but the meaning of red roses is also deeply touching, earning them the title of the queen of flowers. However, when it comes to expressing love through flowers, it's not just about red roses. People also choose to give flower arrangements with various meanings, such as:

• • Two-colored carnations mean I can't live without you.
• • Tulips mean perfect love.
• • Gypcho flower means love will last forever, etc.
• • Lily means pure, sweet love.
• • Sunflower means always watching over your lover. It means having a secret crush.

2. Congratulations flowers

Whether it's a birthday, graduation day, or a promotion, people choose to give flowers to express joy. The suitable flowers for such occasions should be vibrant and convey a sense of happiness, such as daisies, sunflowers, roses, tulips, orchids, lilies, carnations, and more.

And it's not just flower bouquets; flowers expressing joy are often given in the form of flower baskets and flower arrangements. These are suitable for placing on tables or decorating various corners of the house.

3. Flowers to express gratitude

There are many times when we want to express gratitude but don't know what gift would be appropriate. Some people choose flowers as a representation of gratitude, and I must say, it's a great idea! Flowers can be given to people of all ages and genders, and they make a polite and thoughtful gift. If you're not comfortable giving a bouquet, you can also express your thanks with a thank-you bouquet.

Flowers that mean gratitude
• • Hydrangea flowers
• • Light colored roses such as yellow, pink.
• • Carnation
• • Chrysanthemum
• • Lily

4. Flowers given to adults Retirement flowers

Flowers are another suitable gift for showing respect to elders, expressing love, and serving as a constant reminder. Especially when giving flowers on retirement occasions, it is common to present a bouquet for the elders to hold and take photos during the event. Alternatively, you can send a bouquet or a basket of fresh flowers to their home, making them feel delighted and appreciated. Moreover, if you want to give a more special gift, consider pairing the flowers with a refreshing drink like Sparkling Joy fruit water.

5. Flowers to express apologies or regrets

In addition to expressing love, flowers can also be used to convey apologies. This is evident in the way we often buy flowers to apologize to someone important or present them as a formal gesture of apology. Flowers that carry this meaning include purple hyacinths, white tulips, gerbera daisies, white lilies, and white roses.

6. Flowers for visiting sick people

The act of giving flowers to a patient may require special caution because some flower pollen can trigger allergies. For example, flowers like chrysanthemums and lilies may cause allergic reactions in patients. Additionally, cultural beliefs also play a role in flower giving. For instance, in some countries, it is considered inappropriate to give white chrysanthemums to a patient because these flowers are commonly associated with funerals. Therefore, giving these flowers to a patient may be seen as a curse or insult.

For flowers commonly used to visit patients, you can choose other types of flowers besides the ones mentioned above. You may opt for fresh flower bouquets or arrangements in a vase, as they are suitable for bringing comfort and a cheerful atmosphere to patients in hospitals or during recovery at home.

7. Flower displays for special days or occasions.

On special occasions such as Mother's Day, Father's Day, or New Year's Day, many people choose to give flowers as gifts. For Father's Day or Mother's Day, it is common in Thailand to give garlands as a gesture of respect and gratitude. On New Year's Day, flowers can be given in various forms, including flower baskets, fruit baskets, flower boxes, and even surprise flower deliveries to the recipient's home.

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Flowers have been a medium to convey human emotions from the past to the present. Regardless of the occasion or the emotions involved, each type of flower carries its own unique significance. This extends to the arrangement of flowers, whether it's a flower bouquet, a flower garland, or a flower basket, each is suitable for different situations and sentiments when given to a recipient.

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