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Carnations are some of the most beautiful and popular flowers in the world. Their colorful blooms and unique, frilly petals are considered powerful symbols of love, devotion, and fascination, whether you give them to a friend or a romantic partner. In this article, we’ll go over what carnations represent and what different colored flowers mean. We’ll also tell you about the history of the carnation, where its name comes from, and other fun facts about its significance around the world!
Things You Should Know
- Carnations symbolize love, devotion, distinction, and fascination.
- Red carnations represent romantic love while pink carnations signify gratitude and are the official flower for Mother’s Day.
- White carnations symbolize pure love and good luck while yellow carnations represent remorse or disappointment.
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