The language of flowers

With Valentine's day just around the corner what will the bouquet you send say to the person you are giving it to ?

“Florigaphy” or the language of flowers dates back to the Victorian times when suitors would send flowers expressing feelings which could not be spoken aloud.

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Red roses  which spoke of love
Yellow roses to  express  joy
Red and white mixed meant Unity and undying love.
Red carnations signalled admiration
White carnations reflect pure love
White Calla lilies for beauty
 
However, flowers had to be fresh for a withered flowers spoke of rejection.

So perhaps a little forward planning is in order, rather than picking up the last bunch on the garage forecourt.