What Is The Meaning Of Sunflowers

There are a few occasions that flowers can't enhance. We see them at births, holidays, graduations, weddings and even funerals. Flowers have long been associated with symbolic meanings. Some people even plan their whole gardens based on these symbolic meanings.

Some florists even go so far as to provide information about the so-called meaning of flowers to those who are interested. They have charts of flowers with their assigned meaning to help people who want to send the right flowers to their special someone.

According to these charts, sunflowers are associated with adoration. It is said that the flowers, with their big blossoms, turn toward the sun for which they are named. Sunflowers are even given the genus name helianthus which refers to Helios, the sun god.
 


The sunflower is found native to America and was even give the honor of being named the state flower of Kansas. It can typically be found growing in scrubland and dry areas. Their size varies widely depending on their genes. Some reach heights of 10 feet.



Sunflowers come in smaller sizes, as well. Some have been bred to be miniature for use in gardens. You'll find that sunflowers are quite unique. Their petals have changed through years of breeding. Their petals have increased in size and number.
 

There are sunflowers with double petals, as well as, those with variations in color of the center and the petals, which can be honey, beige, pinkish cream, soft yellow and pale russet.
 


There are many benefits derived from sunflowers aside from their pleasant appearance. They are loaded with healthy fats, vitamin E, protein, fiber and minerals. You'll find that sunflower oil is used for cooking. It's seeds are great animal food.
Cattle and birds love it. The seeds were also used by Native Americans as dye. 


The smaller versions of sunflowers make wonderful displays as cut flowers bouquet and flower arrangements. Why not try planting some varieties of sunflowers in your garden today?