Every flower has a story, just like we do—and we love that! That’s what makes them so special. Flowers have a unique way of speaking to our souls, evoking emotions that linger with us. The first sighting of seasonal blooms brings feelings of hope and joy, marking the beauty of nature’s cycles.
Below, we’ve highlighted some of our favorite signature cut flowers, available seasonally in our shoppe. Our designers carefully incorporate these blooms into their creations, transforming them into stunning, artful arrangements. Join us on this journey to discover the fascinating stories behind some of our most beloved flowers. Maybe this will inspire your next selection for a loved one!
Peonies
Peonies are cherished for their elegance, fragrance, and vibrant colors. Dating back to 1000 BC, they originated in Chinese gardens, spread to Japan, and reached Europe in the late 1800s. In Greek mythology, the flower was named after Paeon, a divine physician saved by Zeus, who transformed him into a peony to protect him from Asclepius’s jealousy. In the Victorian era, peonies symbolized romance, purity, and bashfulness, often appearing in wedding bouquets. Their large blooms, which could conceal the face, reinforced their association with modesty.
Ranunculus
Ranunculus flowers are admired for their delicate, paper-thin petals that resemble crepe paper. This diverse genus includes around 1,800 species, making them some of the oldest flowering plants on Earth. The name "Ranunculus" comes from the Latin words rana (frog) and unculus (little), likely because they often grow near water, where frogs thrive. Known for their impressive longevity as cut flowers, Ranunculus have been cherished for centuries. In Victorian floriography, gifting a bouquet of these blooms symbolized adoration, affection, and everlasting love.
Tulips
Native to Asia Minor, the Near East, and the Mediterranean, tulips were admired by Persian poets in the 11th century and cultivated in Ottoman palace gardens by the 14th century. Western European ambassadors first encountered them there, leading to their rise in popularity. During the Dutch Golden Age, tulips became a luxury status symbol, with Tulipmania peaking in 1637, when a single bulb could be worth more than a house. In the Victorian era, tulips carried meanings based on color:
Red – Love and passion
Yellow – Cheerfulness and friendship
Purple – Royalty and elegance
White – Forgiveness and peace
Pink – Affection and good wishes
Variegated – "Beautiful eyes"
Anemones
Anemone flowers are beloved for their stunning colors and unique petal structure. They are perennial plants in the buttercup family, with about 120 species found in temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Japan. They have little to no scent or nectar. The name "anemone" comes from the Greek word for "windflower," as the wind opens its petals and carries away the old ones. According to Greek mythology, the flower arose from the mingling of Aphrodite’s tears and Adonis’s blood, symbolizing lost love. In the Victorian era, anemones represented anticipation and love, with different colors signifying passion (red), platonic love (pink), and sincerity (white).
