Before picking a plant or flower to gift someone, check what it symbolizes and make the gift more meaningful. 1. Lotus Botanical Name:Nelumbo nucifera Lotus is a symbol of peace. It represents strength, spirituality, and enlightenment. 2. Marigold Botanical Name:Tagetes Also called the 'Herb of the Sun', Marigolds stand for passion, creativity, courage, and bravery. Yellow and golden hues symbolize good luck, just like a shiny golden coin. Buy Marigold plant 3. Hibiscus Botanical Name:Hibiscus When a hibiscus flower is given to someone, it means that they admire them or wish for their success. Different colors of hibiscus symbolize different feelings. They generally stand for happiness and good luck. Buy Hibiscus Plant (red) Buy Hibiscus Plant (white) Buy Hibiscus Plant (pink) 4. Rose Botanical Name: Rosa Roses are known for their variety of colors which have different meanings. Red roses mean true love, Pink roses symbolize gratitude, white roses stand for purity and yellow roses signify friendship. Buy Rose plant 5. Chrysanthemum Botanical Name: Chrysanthemum Chrysanthemums represent joy, longevity, and new life. the four seasons. In some countries like Japan, Chrysanthemums symbolize death. Buy Chrysanthemum plant 6. Jasmine Botanical Name: Jasminum Jasmine means different things in different countries, but mainly, it refers to love, sensuality, and beauty. The pure white blossoms also represent purity, and the flower blooming at night symbolizes modesty. Buy Jasmine plant 7. Gardenia Botanical Name: Gardenia jasminoides Also called Cape Jasmine, Gardenia means trust, renewal, and clear-sightedness. 8. Orchid Botanical Name: Orchidaceae Orchid flowers represent refinement, beauty, charm, and thoughtfulness. Orchids are also believed to bring good luck. They're perfect for celebrating all life's big, special occasions. 9. Dianthus Botanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllus They're called "flowers of love". They represent love, gallantry, and gratitude.There are popular gifts for Mothers Day as an expression of their appreciation and admiration. 10. Dahlia Botanical Name: Dahlia It symbolizes beauty, charm, grace, intelligence, and inner power. Dahlias are perceived to be a symbol of diversity. Next step Gardener services Maintenance gardener Setup gardener Balcony gardener Vegetable gardener Flower gardener Virtual garden consultation Landscaping services Landscape design Landscape garden maintenance Online nursery Organic pesticides and fertilizers Plant media Organic seeds Extra reading How to Grow Hibiscus indoors Sun Loving Flowering Plants Marigold (Tagetes erecta) Dasavala (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) Thunbergias That make a Statement Happy Gardening! Dr. Vandana K.
