After taking pictures of the red dresses, I glanced across the street toward the Cenotaph where orange tulips lined the pathway toward the monument. Orange tulips. the Cenotaph, and guns seemed like an unlikely mix, so I wandered over and took a few phone photos.
I didn't know if the orange tulips represented something specific in this military and memorial context. I don't think they do, for all I could find was this.
Orange tulips generally symbolize enthusiasm, passion, and desire, conveying a message of energy and excitement. They are often given to express admiration or celebrate achievements. Unlike red tulips which represent romantic love, orange tulips offer a more vibrant and playful sentiment. They can also signify understanding and appreciation between individuals, according to Petal Talk - 1800 Flowers. (Google AI Overview)
Orange tulips were a great choice in that setting!
ReplyDeleteI never knew that about orange tulips. I just like them because they are a little different that what you usually see!
ReplyDeleteI bet they were chosen because someone likes orange. They're nice. Different.
ReplyDeleteI just enjoy the colour.
ReplyDeleteCool to see these pretty flowers...never thought about the color's meaning though. Which war's finish does the Cenotaph honor? It was just VE Day so I'm guessing WW II.
ReplyDeletePretty tulips! Linda in Kansas
ReplyDeleteThey are a gorgeous, eye-catching colour.
ReplyDeleteThat's quite a striking scene you stumbled upon – orange tulips leading to a Cenotaph with guns nearby. You're right, it does seem like an unexpected combination. Thanks for looking up the symbolism of orange tulips; enthusiasm, passion, admiration... it's interesting to juxtapose that with the solemnity of a war memorial. It makes you wonder about the different layers of meaning in that space. Beautifully observed.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning and very captivating.
ReplyDeleteThose pictures are great. The tulips are so pretty.
ReplyDeleteGood information about the orange tulips. I also didn't know that about them.
ReplyDeleteI don't know if I have ever seen orange tulips. They are really eye-catching. Thanks for that bit of folklore about them.
ReplyDeleteThe orange was a good choice!
ReplyDeleteI had heard about the meaning behind rose colors but never knew that tulips had any message. Interesting!
ReplyDeleteThe guns always suggest to me that it's not just a memory!
ReplyDeleteYou have the start to your own tulip festival.
ReplyDeleteOrange tulips may not have a specific military meaning, but their symbolism of admiration and appreciation adds a vibrant, heartfelt touch to the memorial setting.
ReplyDeleteThe orange tulips are pretty. The meaning of them adds a layer of respect to that monument.
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