Dahlia

Dahlia

Grace, kindness and commitment are Dahlia’s traditional meaning. In 1615, the conquistadors recorded finding and eating the ‘tubers’ for medicinal purposes. The national flower of Mexico as well as the official flower of both Seattle and San...
Basil

Basil

You know basil from your kitchen, but basil in a flower arrangement? Its meaning in the language of flowers has changed over the years – originally with negative connotations – to one of love and good wishes. This fragrant bloom can have beautiful bunches...
Celosia

Celosia

From the Greek, kelos meaning burned, the inevitably vibrant Celosia flower symbolizes immortality, warmth, affection, humor and friendship. Historically used for medicinal purposes, the Celosia is an edible plant that tastes much like spinach although today it is...
Gladiolus

Gladiolus

In ancient times the gladiolus was called xiphium from the Greek word xiphos, both of which mean sword, so it’s no wonder the glad is sometimes called the “sword lily”. Gladiolus makes for a beautiful addition to your flower arrangement, with its...
Zinnias

Zinnias

Sister to the sunflower and daisy and the symbol for endurance, Zinnia endures our long hot, humid North Carolina summers at Lillington’s Milke Way Farms as we celebrate Zinnia’s ultimate message of goodness, remembrance and lasting friendship. These...