Don't believe in superstitions. A wedding bouquet of callas is a guarantee of fidelity, prosperity and wealth

The calla lily flower is native to South Africa. This is exactly how this mysterious and deadly flower was born in the tropical part of the country.

The flower is popularly called whitewing. There are a lot of speculations and superstitions about it; some people are even afraid of this flower. Where do such fears come from? Since ancient times, it was considered a harbinger of death, for this reason it is rarely grown at home.

The appearance of the plant is mesmerizing; the flower is one of the most beautiful plants in the world.

Legends of the appearance of a flower

There are two legends about the appearance of this deadly flower.

1. One day, the leader of the tribe fell in love with a girl from a neighboring village. Her beauty was special, her skin was snow-white, and she herself was immaculate. The leader decided to take her by force as his wife. No one stood up for the girl, and when the couple walked to the altar, the beauty saw a fire and decided to throw herself into it. The gods decided to have mercy on the bride and turned her into a beautiful calla lily flower.
2. A long time ago, the daughter of one of the gods fell madly in love with a man. The girl’s father deprived her of visibility, but the most interesting thing was that the guy felt her presence and fell in love with her. After some time, he gave her a blanket of flowers, after which the father took pity on them and made his daughter visible. Calla lilies grew in the place where the blanket fell.

Since then, the flower has been considered a guarantee of love and mutual understanding in the family, protecting lovers from enemies.

Fashionable colors, shapes

Callas are flowers that allow you to create bouquets of various shapes, suitable for brides tall or short, plump and thin, in lush and tight dresses.

What the composition will be depends on the style of the wedding. When creating a bouquet you need to pay attention to:

• holiday theme;
• features of the outfit;
• the color scheme chosen for the overall decoration of the celebration.

Based on the information received, they first choose the color of the flowers, which are later collected into a bouquet of one form or another. The color range of callas is so wide that choosing the right shade can be quite difficult.

However, it is precisely this feature that makes it possible to show all your imagination and create a real masterpiece.

Forms

When choosing the shape of the bride’s bouquet, it is important to take into account not only the features of her dress. You need to do everything possible to ensure that these elegant flowers fit well into the overall decoration of the holiday and help emphasize the style chosen for the celebration.

The wand or scepter is one of the sought-after bouquets that suits the bride in a long, tight dress at a classic European wedding. Making it from calla lilies is quite simple thanks to the long and strong stems of the flowers. Even without an additional wire frame, the bouquet perfectly retains its shape for a long time.

A drop, a cascade, a falling bouquet (waterfall) - the charms of the figure of the bride, who is wearing a long dress with a tight-fitting top and a full skirt, are emphasized. Round - a bouquet that will suit a young girl who has chosen a short, lush outfit for a wedding. The muff, so popular today, will decorate and complement a loose-fitting dress.

Callas are the flowers of grown-up ladies. They are rarely used to create flower arrangements at weddings where brides are very young beauties. However, it is calla lilies that can decorate a classic European wedding, giving the bride’s image elegance, severity and attractiveness.

How to arrange white, burgundy and other shades of calla lilies in a bouquet

When choosing calla lilies for a wedding bouquet, you need to think in advance about all the subtleties and nuances of creating a composition, according to which flowers of one color or another will be used. Calla lilies are extremely popular among modern brides and florists:

• pink;
• yellow;
• white;
• burgundy;
• blue;
• purple.

All of them go well with a variety of flowers, twigs, leaves and decorative elements in the form of rhinestones or beads, ribbons and ribbons, their own leaves or the greenery of other plants.

When collecting an unusual bouquet, you can successfully combine callas of various colors and shades, making the design not just unusual, but also cheerful, playful, and truly festive. You can make a bouquet of white callas light and even airy without adding any other plants to them, but simply by building a composition of an unusual (or, conversely, traditional) shape.

Dark shades of other colors can only make the bouquet heavier in the hands of a young bride, depriving it of its peculiar carefreeness.

If an adult lady gets married, then you can use white, burgundy or even black callas, diluting the composition with roses and decorating with green leaves.

Burgundy callas are very popular due to their unusual color and special flower shape. This is the perfect basis for the most elegant bouquets. This bouquet will be a worthy alternative to boring roses, although these flowers look very harmonious in one bouquet.

A wand, a scepter, a hemisphere - all these bouquets collected from calla lilies will leave an indelible mark in the memory of the guests invited to the celebration. A cascading bouquet made from burgundy callas is simply unique. It will become the brightest and most attractive, despite the dark shade.

Flowers collected on their own stems and complemented by another noble plant are an accessory that can decorate the most unusual wedding. To make the composition a little lighter, you can dilute it with pink orchids or small buds of a spray rose.

Of course, a combination of dark, strict calla lilies and light white roses will always look good. Such a bouquet will be a worthy decoration for the most solemn and stately wedding, emphasizing the importance of the event.

Is it possible to keep a flower at home?

Calla is associated not only with death, but also with holiness, purity and sincere faith.
Throughout its life, the plant will protect the house from negative energy and evil spirits, so calla lilies at a wedding promise peace for the bride and groom. It is possible and even necessary to grow this wonderful plant at home, because according to the legend, it can cure many diseases, especially diseases of the heart, blood vessels and respiratory tract.

Calla lilies contribute to successful transactions and put the interlocutor in a friendly mood, even if you had disagreements before. If you work in an office and are involved in making deals, place a flower pot on the desk next to the computer. After this, you can be sure that luck will be on your side.

Is it possible to give calla lilies for a wedding?

It is very convenient to string a wedding ring onto the graceful stem of these amazing flowers, so calla lilies are often given as gifts during fateful confessions and marriage proposals, especially since in the language of flowers they say: “You are my only one!” They are perfect for tall brides because they have a long stem that is not advisable to shorten, otherwise the wonderful flowers will lose some of their charm. Bouquets of these majestic flowers will perfectly decorate birthdays and anniversaries; they are appropriate for concerts and theatrical performances.

Signs and superstitions about calla lilies

Some flowers are so integrated into the emotional background of the family in which they live that they are able to predict the imminent approach of death.

If a flower grew in your home from the very beginning, then over time it will become a kind of soul of the family, which will be able to show problems with the emotional state of each member. Calla lilies become an interesting vital indicator.

Previously, people were very afraid of calla lily, although they knew about its origin, but now everything is changing. Most people began to consider callas not a flower of death, but a flower of prosperity and peace, and rightly so.

1. Callas prevent quarrels between spouses and other family members.
2. Whitewing, grown in a pot all its life, can add a boost of energy in the morning and calm a shaken nervous system.
3. Attracts love into the home.
4. Even the image of a calla lily protects the house from gossip, deception and the evil eye.

The whitewing cannot bring death into the house, this incredible flower helps the people who take care of it.

A few important caveats

Even without paying attention to the warnings, calla lilies are not suitable for lovers of a lush wedding dress, short and plump girls. Pregnant brides should be most careful, because the pungent vanilla smell can cause nausea or allergies. Just in case, ask your lover if he has a particular intolerance to strong odors, otherwise you never know...

If you really like these flowers, then it is better to buy bed linen with embroidery or a vase with stucco in the shape of your favorite flowers for your first wedding night. Callas, as a permanent symbol, mean peace in the family, complete mutual understanding. After all, for a very long time there was a belief that a house in which calla lilies often bloom is a good house, full of care and cleanliness.

As they say, you can’t ruin a wedding bouquet with calla lilies! And even if no one has said this before you, then be the first and firmly believe that any choice you make is for the better.

Why did calla lilies become the flowers of death?

Why did the whitewing begin to be classified as a flower that brings pain and death?

All these superstitions came from the fact that in most European countries it is still customary to place white flowers on the grave of the deceased. Most often these are callas. Since then, people have been afraid of this plant, but there is no need to be afraid of it, because it will bring only good things to the house.

Some signs about the flower associated with death are still relevant today. For example, it is not customary to give calla lilies to women and elderly men, as this can be perceived as a hint of their imminent departure from life.

Some people are frightened by the appearance of calla lilies because, with their unusual shape and snow-white hue, they resemble a wax figure or a dead human body.

Application in floristry

They are often used to compose various compositions. The owners of such bouquets are young unmarried girls and brides.

Callas in bridal bouquets

– one of the original components of floral wedding arrangements. Talented decorators and florists use them at weddings for the following purposes: they take them as the basis for a wedding bouquet, and use them in wedding decor, as decoration on cakes.

They allow you to create delicate bouquets for brides of various types:

Flowers have also become popular on wedding cakes. They usually decorate large cakes that consist of several tiers. Small flowers will perfectly complement holiday cakes and cupcakes.

Great option to use in wedding decor

: for decorating photo zones, wedding arches, table decorations, they are placed in stands. They look great in glass cubes, aquariums, and balls. You can put them in glass vessels with water and decorate them with candles. Decorators manage to place them on the guests’ chairs in an original and luxurious way.

Calla

- a flower with dual meaning. For some, it is unacceptable to simply see them, while others dream of growing it on their windowsill. You should not be afraid of them; in most cases they are associated with tenderness and luxury, elegance and severity, self-sufficiency and solemnity.

They are quite easy to grow at home or even take care of a combination of several types. Proper care and cultivation - and the house will be filled with positive energy and goodness.

Many men, wanting to give a lady luxurious flowers, doubt whether they should give calla lilies or not? After all, these fragrant plants are very unusual. Let's look into this popular question together.

Callas in a wedding bouquet

Oddly enough, the fashion for creating wedding bouquets from calla lilies came not so long ago. Before this, people gave great priority to signs and superstitions and did not allow their daughters to go to the altar with such a bouquet.

There is another indisputable fact that can scare the bride. Calla lilies at a funeral symbolize not the end, but the beginning, namely the beginning of a new, albeit afterlife. At weddings, a bouquet of calla lilies also symbolizes the beginning.

A terrible comparison, isn't it? But don’t be afraid, a wedding bouquet of calla lilies will help both the bride and the groom start a new, peaceful and love-filled life.

This bouquet fits perfectly with the bride’s dress, it emphasizes her beauty and gives her confidence in her choice.

Any wedding bouquet is considered a talisman, so during the wedding the bride should not let it out of her hands. And, by the way, if the bride intends to throw a bouquet, then it is advisable to prepare the same one, maybe even an artificial one, so that the real one will always be nearby as a talisman.

How to make a stylish bouquet of callas and roses with your own hands

First you need to decide on the image and color scheme of the future bouquet. Afterwards, select all the suitable elements.

For a warm autumn option, this could be a combination of orange calla lilies, decorative green carnations, brunia for its silvery hue, large white roses and a few sprigs of cream roses. A very interesting combination with its brightness and at the same time tenderness.

Now you need to decide how many flowers will be used and approximately equalize the length of the stems between them. The flowers should be easy to work with, so the stem should not be too long.

1. First of all, you need to take the largest flower, in this case it is a rose, and calla lilies are laid out nearby. Callas should be positioned so that they rise above other flowers.
2. Roses are laid out in a circle, alternating with carnations, spray roses and brunia, and callas should remain in the middle of the bouquet. Flowers should be placed quite tightly to each other, but without pinching one another.
3. When all the flowers are laid out, the bouquet needs to be fixed. To do this, it is enough to bandage it in two places: closer to the beginning and slightly below the middle.
4. Now the most important thing is to make a general cut. It should be as even as possible throughout the entire bouquet.
5. All that remains is to decorate the leg. Choose a ribbon that matches the color and width. It is best to use satin. And carefully close its stems, winding it in a circle. Every few turns, the tape must be secured with invisible needles, going up so that they do not come out.
6. When the leg is hidden, tuck the edge of the ribbon so that it can be hidden without the ribbon unraveling the threads. The top and bottom of the bouquet stem can be additionally decorated with lace by attaching it to the ribbon with a glue gun. Ready!

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Flower meaning

There are about 28 varieties of the flower. Callas have their meaning depending on their shape and color.

• Yellow callas will highlight the beauty and grandeur of your beloved. This way a man can prove his admiration for the beauty of his girlfriend or wife and give her self-confidence.
• The dark color of the plant signifies fierce passion between lovers. In this way, a man will tell his soul mate that more than anything else, he dreams of completely possessing her soul and body and never sharing her with anyone. If a married couple has a problem in their romantic life, then you can quickly solve this problem. Get black calla lilies, take care of them and give them love, then everything will go smoothly in your love affairs. By the way, even our ancestors used this method of solving the problem, so there is no point in not believing this sign.
• White flowers have always been considered a sign of innocence, simplicity, a pure heart and soul. Therefore, if a man considers his girlfriend or wife to be the kindest and purest creature, then by giving white calla lilies, he will be able to show this.

The number of flowers in the bouquet is also important. It is still generally accepted that an even number is associated with funerals. This sign has long been a rule that absolutely everyone knows about.

Features of the flower and beliefs

Today, many people doubt whether calla lilies are given in the same way as other flowers, or whether they are presented on some special occasions. Since the times of the Ancient World, special attention has been paid to the creation of these floral arrangements. The presence of calla lilies not only looks beautiful in a bouquet, but also conveys a meaningful message, since each variety and color scheme of plants has a specific meaning.

Completely undeservedly, calla lilies are considered flowers that are presented at mourning events. This belief comes from the white color of the petal and the austere appearance of the plant itself. White is considered the color of sadness in some Catholic countries, but this belief can be applied to any white plant. In the hands of mourners you can often see carnations, roses, and orchids. But this does not mean that these flowers are tied to the ritual of mourning.

In a flower pot, calla lilies fill the home with an aura of warmth and calm. These plants symbolize well-being. It is generally accepted that they protect the family from troubles and quarrels. Having appeared in the house, they become a kind of family member, a talisman.

This flower has a special place among esotericists. Calla lilies are believed to be able to predict certain events. In the house they become an indicator and react to changes in the energy background of each family member. And if you learn to understand them correctly, then many negative moments in family life can be avoided.

There is another legend. It is believed that calla lilies protect a young girl from the evil eye and evil tongues. Extraordinary abilities are attributed not only to the flowers themselves, but also to their picturesque designs on curtains, jugs, and boxes.

A composition of these plants will stay fresh for a very long time, the main thing is to frequently change the water and trim the stem. Before the rain, the calla blooms its petals as much as possible. This happens because this flower collects water during rain; before a dry and hot day, the petal fits as tightly as possible to the pyramid so as not to give away moisture, which it loves very much.

This plant improves immunity, carries a charge of vigor and calm, and is an antidote to snake bites, although its components are part of the strongest poisons.

Is it possible to give calla lilies? If you choose these flowers as a gift, then, of course, you will emphasize your impeccable and delicate taste. Mono bouquets with calla lilies or in an ensemble with other flowers are very elegant.

Whitewing symbol

From time immemorial, the flower has surprised people with its beauty and minimalism. It was considered the simplest and at the same time the most exquisite plant of antiquity.

In the home, calla lilies always serve as a talisman of happiness, a symbol of female purity and devotion, and the sublimity of the relationship between a man and a woman.

Callas can be given in a bouquet or one flower at a time.

Despite the huge number of signs and superstitions, this plant has never been associated with death, so you can safely keep them at home.

Florists about callas

The birthplace of the flower is South Africa. It reaches a height of 80 cm. White flowers are found only in nature. At the moment, many shades of calla lilies have appeared:

• Black
• blue
• Greens
• Yellow
• Orange
• Dark pink
• Light pink
• Purple

There are whitewings that combine several colors, but they are hybrids. Low-growing subspecies have been bred and grown as a houseplant.

All parts of the flower are poisonous due to the content of glycosylated saponin. Poisoning is accompanied by symptoms such as changes in heart function, convulsions, vomiting, and diarrhea. Overdose can lead to death. But when dried and cooked, saponin loses its toxic properties and even becomes edible.

Thus, the calliper is interesting for florists in terms of its species and properties. Callas are popular among flower growers, because the flowers are unpretentious, the main thing for them is humid conditions and shade.

General information

For spring-summer weddings, the most suitable is a pastel palette (pink, lavender, lilac, cream, blue, etc.), and for autumn-winter celebrations - flowers in bright rich tones (orange, red, burgundy, yellow, etc. .).

Different color shades of a flower have different symbolism:

- white - chastity, sublime feelings and serene happiness;

- pink - grace and tenderness of relationships, peace;

- yellow - family wealth, care and loyalty;

- red - passion, beauty and temperament;

— burgundy — respect for family values, adherence to traditions and protection from any outside interference;

— purple — mystery and friendship based on mutual respect.

In addition to the above varieties, there are many types of different shades from pastel to bright, so that every bride can choose the right color for herself.

Plant care

When you give a calla lily in a pot, you need to know the basic rules on how to care for it:

• Transplant into a larger pot, in acidic soil.
• Place in a warm place, on a sunny windowsill.
• Water abundantly and often, avoiding stagnation of moisture.
• Do “feeding” twice a month, three times in winter.
• When the air is dry, spray the leaves with water.

Having received delightful and proud flowers as a gift, you don’t have to worry about the sincerity of your feelings. Calla attracts strong-willed and self-confident people. Such an environment always has a positive effect on the general condition of a person. And if you decide to make such a gift yourself, don’t hesitate, give with pleasure and get ready to receive gratitude!