Oleander - Flowering Fridays
For many years, people have assigned meaning to various flowers. During the Victorian era, the meaning of flowers rose in popularity, and people would often choose the flowers within a bouquet very carefully, understanding the meaning the message within the flowers sent, and knowing the receiver would understand as well. While this tradition has faded, flowers still carry assigned meanings, and it can be fun to understand their meaning, or select your flowers based on it!
Oleander
Also known as: Nerium
Native Region: Unknown; assumed to be southwest Asia
Colors: White, Pink, or Red
Season: Summer/Fall
Meaning: Caution
Edible/Poisonous: Poisonous
Alternative Flowers: Sweet Pea, Hydrangea, Floribunda "Nearly Wild" Rose
Thinking of Oleander for your arrangements? We love this simple idea!
