Tulips are delicate spring flowers that come from Persia and were especially appreciated by ancient poets. Back then, tulips were a symbol of innocence, purity and enchanting power. Persians used the flowers to confess their love, either by presenting them to their beloved women or referring to them in songs and poems.
Has the meaning of tulips changed since then? Let's find out.
Legend
The Persian king was deeply in love with one beautiful woman. He was going to marry her, but he found out that the love of his life had died. Then, drowning in grief, the king jumped off of a high rock. Tulips grew out of the drops of his scarlet blood below the rock, becoming a living monument of his insane love.
More history
The origin of the flower's name is tied to a turban, a hair accessory. However, it's unclear whether the flower was named after it or vice versa.
But that's not the point - the fact is that when the delicate plant finally reached Europe, which was the mid-16th century, it had already lost its meaning of innocence and purity. Instead, tulips became a symbol of wealth, luxury and financial well-being.
The flower became strongly appreciated in the Netherlands, which is mistakenly considered its home country. Tulips grew into a significant business, with the bulbs being sold for a lot of money. The price of just three tulip bulbs was equal to the price of a spacious house! And of course, the cost increased with the uniqueness of the tulip kind.
As the diversity in the tulip kinds was becoming richer, tulips became more accessible and therefore, less unique. The price and meaning of the flower changed yet again. Regardless of the tulipomania still being a part of the Dutch culture, it is now back to symbolizing love.
Tulips as personalities
Tulips are most suitable for individuals that are extraordinary and full of charisma. People who are confident and independent while also sociable and humble are going to appreciate a bouquet of tulips as a gift. Considering the meaning of the bouquet's color, it will also help emphasize the particular traits of character of your beloved woman:
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White tulips mean tenderness, sensitivity, warmth and delight. Of course, the color speaks for the purity and sincerity of the feelings you have for the person. It's probably the most straightforward way of stating that you are in love, faithfully and unconditionally.
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Yellow flowers are falsely believed to predict separation. But the bright color is actually a symbol of joy, pleasure and happiness, which translates the spring mood.
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Red tulips are a common sign of strong love and passion. They will replace any words for saying ‘I love you' for the first time.
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Pink tulips express delicacy, grace and youth. They symbolize the beginning of a new relationship, often given in honor of the gentle and platonic love being born.
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Lilac tulips are for sympathy, friendship and loyalty. They can also be given to appreciate and celebrate a person's talent.
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Orange tulips are a wish of good health and joyful mood. Similarly to the yellow ones, they state for bright delight.
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Blue tulips hold the belief that anyone who sees them will have good luck in all aspects of their life. They bring happiness and prosperity to those who encounter them.
As you can see, tulips are perfect flowers for expressing your deep feelings and warm attitude toward a person. Depending on what the message you are trying to deliver is, tulips will help you say exactly what you mean. And our experts at Floral N5 will assist you in crafting a marvelous tulip composition!
