The Importance of Daisies

Daisy Symbolism

• Children often use a daisy to play the "loves me-loves me not" game. It's simple petal structure and bright center make the flower a natural symbol of simplicity. They are used to suggest purity, innocence and gentleness, according to HudsonValleyWeddings floral designer Sarah Gast. Artists uses daisies to depict the artlessness of children and sweetness of young love. Daisies can also imply friendship, affection and trust. They can also symbolize new beginnings and fidelity.

Garden Daisies

• With a hardy nature, daisies are very easy to grow, making them the perfect complement for other flowers. They need full sun and a well-draining soil and will happily provide flowers. A wide variety of types are available, including Gerbera daisies, shasta daisies, gloriosa daisies and oxeye daisies. These come in many colors that blend well with other flowers to make a vivid display in your summer garden.

Daisies In Floral Arrangements

• Daisies are often used in floral arrangements for weddings, birthdays, mother's day, seasonal holidays and other occasions. The long-lasting daisy's simple structure and cheerful look make it easy to combine with other desirable flowers in arrangements. They also come in a variety of colors that can blend easily with roses, lilies and chrysanthemums.

Daisies in Art

• With their elemental design and fresh color, daisies are often depicted in artwork, such as Vincent Van Gogh's "Vase With Lilacs, Daisies and Anemones" in which the daisies add brightness to the bouquet, or Pierre-Auguste Renoir's "Young Girl With Daisies" in which the daisies add sweetness in contrast to the voluptuousness of the girl. William-Adolphe Bourguereau's "Daisies" is another painting that depicts a child holding daisies, done in the style of Raphael, using the flowers to evoke emotion and inviting the viewer to look closely into the child's face, according to Famous-Art.net. These images show the power and the importance of daisies in visual imagery and how these flowers are used by artists in their creative work in both the past and present.