Veldkamp's Flowers fresh Carnations Annually on January 29th, we observe National Carnation Day. Occasionally it is referred to as Red Carnation Day. The mega talented and professional designers at Veldkamp's Flowers have produced attractive and the fresh flower arrangements featuring Carnations to help honor National Carnation Day.  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. His birthday was January 29th. Carnations Symbolism There is a unique 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. If you were born in January, the Carnation is your birth 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