What Do Pink Tulips Represent?
The pink tulip is more than just a graceful spring flower native to Eurasia and beloved worldwide. It’s also a national symbol for four countries and a silent herald for those who heroically strive against breast cancer.Eurasian FlowerFirst introduced to the west in the 16th century, the tulip is the world’s third most popular flower. Varieties of the pink tulip include Elizabeth Arden, Pink Impression, Esther and Fancy Frills, according to FlowerArrangementAdvisor.comSymbolic MeaningsThe pink tulip conveys several nonverbal messages from giver to receiver including caring, confidence and perfect happiness.Breast Cancer AwarenessThis flower is also the name of two breast cancer prevention initiatives. Both the Pink Tulip Foundation (headquartered in Canada) and Pink Tulip Project (which benefits the Maine Cancer Foundation) help combat this deadly disease.National EmblemHungary, Netherlands, Turkey and Kyrgyzstan all claim the tulip–including the pink one–as their national flower.
