Two flowers per month offer choice and availability, allowing for personalized gifts and honoring cultural meanings more effectively.
Galanthus nivalis, or Snowdrop, blooms early through snow due to antifreeze proteins. Plant in groups, full sun, and well-drained soil, 35°F-45°F.
Snowdrops, native to Europe and Asia, gained 18th-century fame. Used medicinally, they symbolize renewal and hope in mythology and Christianity.
Snowdrops symbolize purity and innocence. Their drooping shape shows humility, and three petals represent the Virgin Mary’s tears.
Carnations, with ruffled flowers in many colors, are fragrant and edible. They need full sun, well-drained soil, and attract pollinators.
Carnations, called the “Flower of the Gods,” were used in ancient Greek and Roman ceremonies and linked to Virgin Mary’s tears.