Floral Fiction TJ Wonder why the flowers you bought didn't make last night's date all that it was supposed to be? Maybe the object of your affections took them the wrong way. To avoid any such blunders in the future, here are some of the traditional meanings of flowers. Amaryllis: Pride. Show up with one of these in your mouth, swallow the damn flower, and say you're sorry. Apple Blossom: Hope, good fortune. The night before your lover's big interview is a good time for this one. Blue Violet: Modesty, faithfulness. May help him/her understand why the lock's on the chastity belt. Also a good one if they think you've got rubberneck. Bluebells: Constancy. If they're always there for you, bluebells are a great show of appreciation. Blue Periwinkle: Friendship. Ooohhh.... careful with this one...could be the nice way to give the kiss of death, or a stellar show of gratitude for a good friend. Also good to show your lover that you not only appreciate the night spent rolling around on the kitchen floor, but the friendship as well. Bellflower: Gratitude. Always, always be thankful for what you've got. Camellia:Loveliness. Does that certain someone have a resemblance to the fairy tale? Does he/she need to be told so anyway? Carnation: Distinction. Give this one to your boss. Look to other parts of the bouquet for someone special. Daisy: Innocence. Nice one if your other thinks you've got the hormones in high gear and you're "really not in it just for that." Forget-me-not: Remembrance. Planning a long vacation? Honeysuckle: Devoted affection . Can you think of a time when this is NOT a good one to give? Note: Do not give this flower if simply trying to bow out of a relationship nicely. If they read our website, your message will be read entirely wrong. Ivy: Fidelity. Nice alternative to the "so, are we exclusive?" conversation. If you're a teacher who frequently uses visual aids to get your point across, this one will help tell him or her that you're theirs and theirs alone. Larkspur: Laughter. Appreciate the pillow humor? Let them know. Good if you're dating Jerry Seinfeld. Lily: Majesty. A good one to set off a "king/queen for a day" celebration, such as declaring yourself "love subject" to your appointed majesty on their birthday... or just any given Tuesday. Marigold: Affection. Duh. Mimosa: Secret love . Great flower for Mr. Clinton. Also, if you're Mr. Clinton, it's a good idea to explicitly explain to your interns about the "secret" part. Myrtle: Love and remembrance . Pack this one along with the forget-me-not and leave it on the dining room table next time you're off on another long business trip. Orchid: Rare beauty. Perfect if you're dating a red head. Orange Blossoms: Purity or fertility. Well, this is a flower with a complex message, isn't it? Peony: Bashfulness. If you "messed that one up" by not giving the right signs, then this one might explain it. Red Chrysanthemum: Love. The all-purpose flower, sort of like giving a box of chocolate to a relative you hardly know at Christmas. Red Rose: Passion. Has the advantage of them not having to read our website to get the meaning. Red Tulip: Declaration. Good intro to a life-changing conversation with your other. Goes well with diamonds. Rosemary: Remembrance. Well, your business trip bouquet is blooming, isn't it? Also good for Naval men and women on a long leave overseas. Violet: Modesty. If they're a little out of control with their inflatable ego, serves as a small hint to return to earth. Also for those who aren't ready to hit the sheets just yet. White Rose: Worthiness. Have you ever heard the phrase, "You're just too good for me?" Wood Sorrel: Maternal love. EPT coming up with a little cross? Yellow Tulip: Hopeless love. Go ahead. Get blubbery and let them know they're the fault line in your life.

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