Carnation is a popular choice for sympathy arrangements. Carnation name comes from the word ‘corone’ or coronation because it was used in Greeks crowning ceremonies.
Carnation is found in a variety of colors, the standard one being pinkish purple and each color carries a meaning with itself. Red carnation evokes admiration and love, while pink carnation stand for remembrance. White carnation represents pure love and innocence and good luck.