4 Facts That Every Carnation Lover Should Know

Carnations are one of the most popular blooms around the globe, and it's simple to understand why with their vivid and different colours, ruffled aesthetic, delightful fragrance, and longevity. The beautiful carnation has a long and rich history, having been admired since Greek and Roman times. Over 2,000 years ago, these two different cultures were the first to harvest carnations, making them one of the world's oldest cultivated flowers. Carnations were also worn as ceremonial garlands, given as gifts, and even utilised as decorations.

Today, carnations are famously associated with mothers and are often given during Mother’s Day. Want to know more interesting facts about carnations? We at The Interior Collections, have made a list of interesting facts that every carnation lover should know. 

1. Carnations are Long-Lasting

Tired of picking flowers from a florist near you only to have their petals drooping and wilting after a few days? That will not be an issue with carnations. Carnations are not only lovely but are also known to last for a long time. As a matter of fact, carnations are often listed as one of the most long-lasting cut flowers that will stay upright for more than a mere few days. These beautiful blossoms can be kept fresh in the vase for approximately two weeks, remaining bright and vibrant without having you experience the letdown of a wilting bouquet or arrangement.

Want to experience the best of the carnation’s longevity? Our Ariana bouquet of fresh flowers is a beautifully arranged set of roses, carnations, anthuriums, eustomas and hydrangea, that will stay fresh and will last longer than expected. A perfect floral gift that will stand the test of time, the accompanying blooms in this arrangement, like eustomas, are also long-lasting, capable of staying vibrant for up to three weeks!

2. Carnations Are Full of Meaning

Carnation blossoms are remarkably rich in symbolism and meaning. In general, these flowers symbolise interest, uniqueness, and devotion, making them a perfect gift for someone you love and cherish. Planning to send a bouquet of fresh flowers to someone special? Make sure to choose the right colour because each carnation hue has its unique set of meanings:

• White carnations represent innocence and purity.
• Red carnations represent passion and affection.
• Pink carnations represent appreciation and heartfelt gratitude.
• Purple carnations represent capriciousness.

Looking to give thanks to someone but not sure what gift to give them? Consider our Amazing bouquet of fresh carnation flowers that will express those exact sentiments effortlessly.

3. Customisable Colours

Carnations are available in almost every colour that you can find in any flower shop. How is this possible? While the original, natural colours of carnations are pinkish purple, through selective breeding a range of other colours has been brought to life. From shades of white to bright and vibrant colours like yellow and red, new carnation hues were born as a result of Science and experimentation. But its domination of the colour wheel does not just end there. With a simple bouquet of white carnation flowers, the colours of the blooms can be altered even further to get the exact colour you would like. By simply submerging white carnations in food colouring, hobbyists can transform the white petals into eye-catching colours that will surely be one of a kind. 

4. Carnations Are Go-to Celebratory Flowers

White carnations are an essential component of wedding anniversaries and bridal bouquets. These flowers are frequently used to add a sense of style to formal dress and tuxedos in wedding ceremonies. Our Pure bridal bouquet that consists of fresh cappuccino roses, carnations, and eustomas, is a stunning bouquet for every bride. Looking for the perfect array of flowers to match the colour of your wedding theme? Fret not because our White Carnation Corsage is definitely what you need when you want to colour-coordinate your wedding. Whether you want to achieve a pastel or a bold colour, we at The Interior Collections can help personalise any blooms with the expertise of our team florists. 

Carnations are also the birthday flower for January babies, so you know what type of floral gifts to get them on their birthday. Our Pastel Floral Box consists of a beautiful floral arrangement of fresh delphinium, roses, hydrangea, eustomas, carnations and fillers that will surely make your loved ones feel special and appreciated.

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You don’t have to look for a flower store near you that boasts a vast array of carnations because here at The Interior Collections, our florist will be more than happy to assist you with our wide selection of fresh flowers bouquet online. From your favourite pink carnations up to a grand arrangement of fresh roses, we got you covered with all your floral gifting needs across Singapore. Check out our fresh flower arrangements today and get free delivery with a minimum spend of just $50!