Flowers were originally used at funerals to control odors associated with the dead body as the body decomposed.
Before embalming and before refrigerated storage was common in funeral homes, bodies decomposed naturally very quickly which would also smell bad so flowers would make the place smell better.
Flowers at a funeral symbolize honor, respect, peace, innocence, love, beauty and strength.
White flowers are the most commonly present at funerals which represents honor, peace, and innocence.
Pink flowers at funerals are considered a respectful color choice, used to express gentleness and sympathy.
And red flowers at funerals symbolize love, as well as beauty and strength.
Flowers symbolize new life to death, from purity to passion and when they wilt and die, flowers represent fragility and the swift passage from life into death.
With their colorful and beautiful blooms, flowers are often seen as symbols of joy and pleasure.
However, different types and colors of flowers bring unique meanings.
Some flowers are seen as symbols of friendship and purity, while others are tied to forgiveness and death.
The lotus is such a great symbol of spirituality, strength, and beauty.
Flowers can chase away anxieties, worries and the blues, making people feel less depressed, troubled or agitated.
They can induce a more positive outlook on life, boosting energy and happiness.
Indigenous to central Mexico, the dahlia is having a resurgence in popularity due to its variety in color, shape, and size.
To the Victorians, dahlias meant forever thine and displayed a symbol of commitment and an everlasting bond.
Remembrance, faithfulness, and sincerity all are represented by the gladiolus.
Their tall, strong stems symbolize a strength of character as well.
This vibrant, long lasting bloom is available in a large range of hues and is popular in floral arrangements.
Petunias are colorful flowers that have been associated with hope, healing, and well-being for a long time.
The presence of flowers triggers happy emotions, heightens feelings of life satisfaction and affects social behavior in a positive manner far beyond what is normally believed.