In Victorian times flowers were often used to express emotions in romantic and/or awkward situations. The rose, of course, symbolized romantic love. The orchid was a picture of beauty; the gardenia, secret love; the camellia, admiration; violets, modesty; and zinnias, constancy. Fans were also used to convey feelings. But we will save that for another poem!

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