What Flower Represents February?
Did you know that each month of the year has its very own flower? Discover fascinating facts about February’s flower, the violet, and learn why this is the perfect flower to give to a loved one for their February birthday or Valentine’s Day.
Pretty purple petals
The violet flower is named because of its purple petals and is also well matched to February’s birthstone, the amethyst. Yet, just to confuse matters, the violet also comes in a range of other shades including white, yellow and blue.
The symbolism of the violet
Every flower has been attributed at least one meaning, and the violet is no different. It is said that the violet represents love, loyalty, modesty and humility. The colour of the purple variety is also said to convey the sentiment that the giver will always be true. With so many different meanings attributed to the flower, it allows you to have violet flowers delivered to all manner of people, including friends, relatives and partners.
Sweet-scented flower
It is no surprise that customers head straight for violets when visiting their local florist as their delightful aroma is too attractive to ignore. Violets have a sweet smell that has meant the flower has leapt from the flower shop shelf to the counters of prestigious perfume outlets. Yet, in order to understand the potency of the violet’s aroma, we must travel back in time, to the era of the Ancient Greeks, when violets were used to enhance wines. The Greeks enjoyed violets to the extent that they made the flower the symbol of Athens.
Good enough to eat
The violet, renowned for its fragrance and vibrant purple colour, has been and still is, used in cooking to enhance the appearance and flavours of certain dishes. Violet petals have been used to give artisan chocolates an elegant look and taste and are also used in pudding and desserts with the notable flavour infused in mousses, creamy desserts and sweets. Yet, violets are more than just a pretty addition to a dish and contain a high amount of vitamin C. With so many reasons to pop them on your plate, dare to be different and order some edible violet flowers for your next dinner party. Treat your guests to a meal adorned with violet petals.
Valentine’s Day alternative flower arrangements
It is impossible to mention February without immediately thinking about Valentine’s Day flowers. The traditional flower of choice for romantic occasions is the rose, but if you want to gift your husband, wife, boyfriend or girlfriend with an unusual but thoughtful gift, a bouquet of delicately scented violets is a perfect choice.
Wedding flower bouquets
February brides and grooms may be embracing Valentine’s theme or even marrying on the most romantic day of the year. It can be tempting to go for red roses as table centrepieces, in the bouquets and for the buttonholes, but why not go for a romantic twist? Assorted hues of purple are still popular for wedding colour schemes, perhaps because the colour is associated with loyalty, elegance and regal pomp. Incorporate violets in a bouquet of roses or opt for purple and white violets for an adorable alternative to red roses, and wow guests with your contemporary style.
Birthday bouquet
Team a vibrant arrangement of purple violets with a piece of jewellery featuring February’s birthstone, the Amethyst for a beautiful birthday present. Your lucky friend or partner may not even realise that the violet is their birth flower, so why not accompany your flowers with a note that features some of the fun facts you have discovered here?
