A group of people left carnations in the memorial corner inside the building, which displays the names of those who lost their lives on July 2, 1993.

Source: https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/victims-of-sivas-massacre-remembered-on-30th-anniversary-184381

A pile of carnations sit at the feet of an angel statue that stands at the corner of a building near the entrance to the Historic Union Cemetery in Bakersfield.

Source: https://www.bakersfield.com/news/homelessness-groups-honor-the-dead-celebrate-their-lives/article_4c98a7ee-a062-11ee-9444-1ba638b5602e.html

Rising high is an adorable Home Sweet Home hive crafted with full-bloom yellow carnations, accented with bark doors and windows.

Source: https://www.dailybreeze.com/2023/12/20/2024-rose-parade-lineup-your-guide-to-every-float-band-and-equestrian-unit-in-order/

We think there’s a perfect bouquet for every mother, depending on their tastes, but if you love to cleave to tradition, then carnations have long been associated with Mother’s Day.

Source: https://www.gallowaygazette.co.uk/recommended/mothers-day-uk-flower-delivery-where-to-order-3597130