Botanical Greeting Cards

Text on the reverse side:In classical mythology, Iris was the goddess of the rainbow - the link between heaven and earth. She was also regarded as ...

Text on the reverse side:In ancient Egypt roses were considered as sacred flowers that were used to serve the goddess Isis in sacred rituals. The r...

Text on the reverse side:In ancient Egypt, reproductions of cornflowers have been found dating back to the first half of the 4th millennium BC. Pro...

Text on the reverse side:Symbolising loyalty, and a connection that lasts through time, forget me not flowers are given with the hope that the reci...

Text on the reverse side:Botanical design from a woodblock print by Japanese artist Tanigami Konan (1879-1928), who was the first Japanese artist ...

Text on the reverse side:Known also as blue water lily or nymphaea coerulea, the flower is a symbol of the universe itself. Rooted in the mud, it r...

Text on the reverse side:Originating from 15th century French, the word pensee, meaning to think or to ponder. Therefore the pansies are symbolic o...

Text on the reverse side:Water lilies are used as a spiritual symbol in many traditions. Since they close up their petals in the evening, and then ...

Text on the reverse side:The rose is a universal symbol of true love that will overcome the test of time. The pink rose is given to those whom you ...

Text on the reverse side:Japanese camellia, or tsubaki in Japanese, is one of the best known species of the genus Camellia. The flower represents l...

Text on the reverse side:The iris represent faith, hope, and courage, whilst they can also express wisdom, respect and compliments. Illustration by...

Text on the reverse side:The iris represent faith, hope, and courage, whilst they can also express wisdom, respect and compliments. Illustration by...

Text on the reverse side:The pansies, are symbolic of thought and reflection upon our inner selves. The narcissus flower represents the ability to ...

Text on the reverse side:It is said that the first European to observe this bougainvillea plant, was Jeanne Baré. Not allowed on a ship, as a woman...

Text on the reverse side:One of the world’s most easily recognised flowers is symblic of perfect enduring love, whether between partners or family ...

Text on the reverse side:The yellow rose lifts the spirit and is a wish for general well being, whilst the pink rose is a classic symbol of grace a...

Text on the reverse side:In 1630’s a kind of frenzy for tulips occurred in Western Europe named “Tulip mania” and tulips became so expensive as to ...

Text on the reverse side:Though their botanic name is narcissus, daffodils are sometimes also called jonquils. The flower carries a powerful symbol...

Text on the reverse side:The saying 'great oaks from little acorns grow' officially dates back to the 14th century. The acorn remind us to look ins...

Text on the reverse side:Often used as an ornamental flower, the geranium is symbolic of happiness and positive emotions, whilst sending a clear me...

Text on the reverse side:The yellow rose represents happiness. Associated with the sun, it is symbolic of lifting the spirit and expressing joy and...

Text on the reverse side:The Hortensia is said to express any sentiment that is sincerely heartfelt. It is also a symbol of abundance, prosperity a...

Text on the reverse side:The Romans cultivated this magnificent rose naming it Rosa Gallica, which is probably the oldest of all garden roses. Illu...

Text on the reverse side:The aquilegia flower has had several symbolisms through history, of which some include innocence, seven gifts of the holy ...

Text on the reverse side:The name “Agapanthus” is derived from two Greek words: “agape” meaning “love” and “anthos” meaning “flower”. With tributes...

Text on the reverse side:Poppies symbolise beauty, magic, consolation and eternal life. A single poppy can produce up to 60,000 seeds, which extrap...

Text on the reverse side:A star-shaped or trumpet-shaped amaryllis symbolises pride. Historically, for the Victorian gentlemen, an amaryllis symbol...

Text on the reverse side:The lilac's botanical name, Syringa, comes from the name of a beautiful nymph in Greek mythology. Celtics regarded the lil...

Text on the reverse side:Pineapples represent a message of welcome and hospitality. It is said to bringing about good cheer and affection for thos...

Text on the reverse side:Campanula is a Latin word and it literally means "little bell". Campanula represents gratitude and humility as well as con...

Text on the reverse side:The Rosa Gallica - the Gallic or French rose - was one of the first species of rose to be grown in central Europe. Illustr...

Text on the reverse side:A symbol of wisdom and longevity, the oldest known tree is a pine, and they are renowned for their ability to withstand ma...

Text on the reverse side:Alstroemeria, commonly called the Peruvian lily or lily of the Incas, represents devotion and support, expressing a sentim...

Text on the reverse side:Sisyrinchium is a large genus of annual to perennial plants of the iris family. The iris represents faith, hope, and coura...

Text on the reverse side:The clematis represents ingenuity and intelligence. The pink rose is a classic symbol of grace and elegance that expresses...

Text on the reverse side:The anemone symbolises protection against illness or bad luck. The flower’s reaction of closing up at night and opening fo...