The month of December brings an array of flowers, each with its special meaning and significance.
Narcissus
The Narcissus is a symbol of new beginnings and optimism. It also signifies good luck and material abundance. Narcissus, or daffodil or Jonquil, is a bright and cheerful flower that welcomes spring. Its bell-shaped petals symbolize grace – the ability to rise above anger or dissatisfaction.
Holly
Holly is a perennial plant often featured in Christmas decorations and cards. It carries several symbolic meanings and is believed to bring fertility, magic, and good luck. Holly is a wooded shrub or small tree native to Europe and North America. It produces red berries, commonly used for decorative holiday wreaths and garlands. Some hollies are endemic, meaning they can only be found in certain regions. Despite their sharp leaves, Holly trees can be incredibly beneficial to wildlife. They provide shelter and food for birds and other creatures in the cold winter months. Holly trees symbolize hope and protection, believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck.
Carnation
Carnation is renowned for its vibrant and long-lasting blooms. The color of the carnation holds symbolic significance – white represents purity and good luck, light red signifies admiration, deep red represents deep love, and pink symbolizes mother-like love and gratitude. Carnations have been around for over 2000 years with many symbolic meanings attached.
Violets
Violets are symbolic of Mary’s humility in Christianity. Violets come in various colors and are suitable for outdoor cultivation or floral arrangements. Native American culture views violets as a symbol of temperance, mental clarity, and attracting wealth and prosperity. These flowers are associated with the crown chakra, awakening psychic senses and providing insights into the divine realm.
Daisy
The daisy symbolizes purity, innocence, and childbirth. It represents new beginnings and moments of transformation in life. The word “daisy” means “day’s eye,” as it opens its petals during daylight and closes them at night. In ancient Celtic culture, daisies were believed to bring good luck to babies and young children and comfort the grieving parents of deceased children. Daisies are also called thunder flowers due to their profusion during storms, symbolizing protection from lightning.
