You’ve probably heard that red roses mean “I love you.” Cute. Basic. Expected. But did you know that in the old secret language of floriography (yes, flowers have their own language), you can say entire paragraphs without writing a single word?
Here are a few of our favorite “hidden messages” we’ve snuck into custom arrangements this year (and yes, we’re spilling the tea so you can use them too):
- “I’m sorry (and I really mean it)”
Purple hyacinth + white tulips + a touch of rosemary for remembrance. Translation: “I messed up, I’m truly sorry, and I’ll never forget how I made you feel.”
- “I’m proud of you” (perfect for graduations, promotions, or sobriety milestones)
Sunflowers (adoration) + yellow roses (pride & joy) + oak leaves (strength). Zero words needed — the bouquet does the bragging for you.
- “I miss you like crazy”
Forget-me-nots + dried lavender (devotion) + a single gardenia (secret love). We’ve had grown adults cry happy tears over this one.
- “Be mine (but make it low-key flirty)”
Ranunculus (you are radiant & charming) + pink astilbe (I’ll wait for you) + a sneaky chili pepper bloom if you’re feeling bold. Spicy and sweet.
- “Thank you for being my person”
Blue salvia (I think of you) + alstroemeria (lasting friendship) + white clover (think of me). Simple, heartfelt, and not overly mushy.
- “Let’s heal & start again” (perfect for reconciliation or post-breakup peace offerings)
White lilac (youthful innocence) + camellia (my destiny is in your hands) + fern (sincerity). Gentle, hopeful, beautiful.
The best part? The recipient usually has no idea there’s a secret message tucked inside… until they Google it later and melt all over again. Want to send a bouquet that says something only the two of you will understand? Bring us your inside joke, your favorite lyric, the flower you picked on your first date, or the scent that reminds you of their grandma’s kitchen. We’ll translate it into petals and stems, because sometimes “I love you” is just the beginning of the conversation.
Ready to speak fluent flowers? DM us your message (the weirder/sweeter/sadder/spicier, the better). We’ll keep your secret and make it stunning.
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