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What carnations mean.

Carnations get overlooked, which is a shame, because they carry some of the warmest meanings of any flower.

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Carnations and what they mean

What carnations mean

The meanings below come from the Victorian language of flowers, where the carnation was one of the most written-about entries. Carnations mean love and fascination, with the colour shifting the message. Pink carnations mean 'I'll never forget you', a tender, lasting kind of love. Red means admiration and deep love. White means pure affection and good luck. They're soft, ruffled and unpretentious, which makes them feel honest rather than showy.

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What to write

Carnations have said this for a very long time. Say your part in one line:

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Common questions

What does a carnation mean?

Love and fascination. Pink means 'I'll never forget you', red means admiration and love, white means pure affection.

What does a pink carnation mean?

'I'll never forget you', a tender and lasting kind of love.

Are carnations a romantic flower?

Yes. They are understated but carry warm, sincere meanings.