In this video, we'll unlock the secrets of the flower code and explore the rich history of floriography. You'll learn the hidden messages behind common flowers. I'll create a special congratulatory posy for a recent high school graduate to demonstrate how the language of flowers can be used to create stunning arrangements that hold special meaning.

The special bouquet I make in this video for my neighbor's daughter's graduation used the following flowers with the following meanings:

A Congratulatory Posy for Graduation (The Flower Code)
Cedar – strength
Mint – warmth of feeling
Carnation – affection
Calla lily – magnificent beauty
Peruvian lily – wealth, prosperity, friendship, fortune and strength
Peony – happy life, compassion, hands full of cash


I was inspired to create my own posy after reading a wonderful book written in 2019 by Teresa Sabankaya called The Posy Book. I purchased my copy on Amazon. The book includes a modern dictionary that decodes the flowers we grow in our gardens and find at our local florist.

Link to Teresa Sabankaya's website
https://teresasabankaya.com/

Photo and video credits:
Flower video footage courtesy Pixabay
https://pixabay.com/videos/

Queen Victoria image from Wiki Commons

Language of Flowers book covers courtesy RHS Lindley Collection
https://www.rhs.org.uk/educationlear...

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