It even has its connections with femininity, representing the latter’s beauty and also the ability to create a new life. Primrose has contrasting meanings as the petals, on the one hand, mean birth, marriage, and consummation. On the other hand, it even highlights the end of one’s life, meaning death.
Primrose stems from ‘primus’, a Latin word, meaning first, absolutely alluding to primrose’s traits since it is among the first of the flowers that bloom in spring. Just as the season, which remains synonymous to youth and vibrance, the flower also associates with similar meanings, being an embodiment of energy, freshness, and a new beginning.
Primrose even symbolizes love, and in Norse folklore, it was the love goddess Freya’s sacred flower. Her worshippers would offer primrose on her alter as a mark of respect during ceremonies or special occasions. There have also been superstitions linked to it, as the English believed arranging a group of 13 primroses for home decoration. Anything greater or lesser than this number could result in ill luck.
Floriography or the language of flowers held a special place in literature. In the Victorian Era, these flowers meant ‘can’t live without you. William Shakespeare and John Donne’s mentioned this flower in their literary works to mark its connection with youth and feminism.
Primrose comes in several enticing and eye-catching flowers. Yellow is the commonest shade, though the other pretty hues include red, pink, purple, blue, white, and orange.
Yellow primrose is the other name for sophistication and elegance. It mostly celebrates success, friendship, and positivity. So to cheer you, pal, who is not in the perfect frame of mind, giving a bunch of yellow primroses would work as a mood-enhancer. Gifting your best friend these pretties to celebrate your friendship and bond would indeed be a marvelous idea.
When to gift these: Friendship day, as a ‘Get well soon or ‘Be happy’ gesture or congratulate someone on their success
Red has always meant romance and passion, and flowers of this shade are no exception indeed. To express your passionate love towards someone, nothing could be better than gifting red primroses, especially if you want to deviate from roses and look for something out-of-the-box.
When to gift these: Valentine’s Day, anniversaries
White stands for serenity and peace, and at the same time, is the color of mourning. White primroses are funeral flowers, and you could also take them along while going to someone’s condolence meet. Besides the literal meaning, they even serve as great decoration pieces and intensify your home’s decoration, especially if you choose to adorn the interiors with white flowers.
When to gift these: Funerals, condolence meet
Like red, orange primroses also stand for love, passion, enthusiasm, and positivity. So, to express your love for your kith and kin and spread positive vibes, nothing could be a better floral gift and these gorgeous orange flowers.
When to gift these: Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any other occasion to express love for your loved ones; as a ‘Get well soon’ or ‘Cheer up’ gesture.
These are the colors of trust and loyalty, and primroses of this shade replicate similar meanings. To express your commitment in love towards your partner or to anyone else who matters to you the most, a bunch of purple flowers would ratify your feelings perfectly.
When to gift these: On any special occasion to your loved ones to show that you ‘care’
One of the highlights of these flowers of any color is the yellow eye sitting right at the center, enhancing its beauty immensely. Besides serving as gifts for any special occasion, they would even look fabulous in a table arrangement with roses and ferns. Decorating the interiors with these lovelies during spring or summer would take the beauty of your home to another level.