Allen's Flowers The talented designers at Allen's Flowers have produced attractive and the fresh Carnation flower arrangements and boutonnieres. The National Carnation Day is historically recognized on January 29th. The day is dedicated to US President William McKinley. He was extremely fond of Carnations and could frequently be seen wearing them on his lapel. The day is sometimes referred to as Red Carnation Day. Carnations Symbolism There is an interesting list of symbolic meanings for the Carnation. In addition to the history surrounding the origin of National Carnation Day, below are some interesting facts about the flower. For couples first marriage anniversary, the Carnation is symbolic for that occasion. Some countries designate the Carnation as their national flower. Those countries are Monaco, Spain and Slovenia. Similarly, Ohio claims the Carnation as their state flower. The Carnation is the flower for Mother's Day. The person who founded Mother's Day named it as it was her mother's favorite flower. If you were born in January, the Carnation is your birth flower. History reflects that Carnations date back to ancient times. The Greek and Roman civilizations used  Carnations  to decorate crowns. The crowns were most often used during elaborate ceremonies. There are even more features and symbolic meanings associated with the Carnation Flower. It is truly a unique and lovely flower. Allen's Flowers offers stunning arrangements and bouquets using Carnations. Our flowers are always fresh and beautifully designed. Below we provided a brief sampling of what you will find when you shop for Carnations at Allen's Flowers: A HEAVENLY WHITE Gorgeous flowers such as white lilies, carnations and miniature carnations mix with vibrant greens in a large basket. Simply stunning. Approximately 26" W x 25" H. White Carnations La Mesa     HEARTS ON FIRE [...]