Carnations A Classic Flower
Carnations Strength and Beauty in One Lovely Bloom What do Spain and Ohio have in common? Carnations. The national flower of Spain and the state flower of Ohio are one in the same - the carnation. Among the most popular cut flowers in the US, the fluffy, fragrant carnation flower is frequently used in corsages, boutonnières and bouquets. With its multitude of colors and long shelf life (keeps fresh long after it is cut), carnations have a wide appeal. The strength yet daintiness of the carnation flower is the foundation for its appeal. After all the large full blossoms look very graceful perched atop their long straight and sturdy stems. The History of Carnations – the Mothers Day Flower Because of their long history, flower meaning and vast accessibility, carnations are often worn on Mother's Day, at weddings or to prom. In fact, the carnation is the official Mother's Day flower. Ann Jarvis, the founder of the holiday, chose the carnation as the official [...]