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# Flower Meanings Guide: Roses, Lilies, Carnations, Sunflowers and Peonies

> Flower meanings help match the bouquet to the message. Red roses suit romance, lilies suit elegance, carnations suit care, sunflowers suit cheer and peonies…

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Direct answer

 Flower meanings help match the bouquet to the message. Red roses suit romance, lilies suit elegance, carnations suit care, sunflowers suit cheer and peonies suit premium romance.

## Common meanings

- **Red roses:** love, romance and passion.
- **Pink roses:** admiration and sweetness.
- **Lilies:** elegance and respect.
- **Carnations:** care and gratitude.
- **Sunflowers:** happiness and encouragement.
- **Peonies:** prosperity, romance and luxury.

## How to choose

 Use meaning as a guide, but also consider the recipient’s favourite colour, flower preference and occasion.

## Topics

[Flower Meanings](https://buyflowers.com.sg/category/flower-meaning.md)