“Lighthearted, fun, and spontaneous, there’s no shortage of adventure for a Leo,” says Sanctuary astrologer Lauren Ash. Throughout history, we’ve looked to the stars for mystical guidance, and as the sun enters the fifth sign of the zodiac from July 23 to August 22, we’re conjuring the lion’s larger-than-life spirit with florals. For the Leos’ floral horoscope (or as we like to call it, floriscope), read on.
Claiming the limelight comes naturally for Leos—after all, they’re the only zodiac sign ruled by the sun, which controls ego, self-identity, and where one shines in life. “In astrology, the sun represents the self and the heart’s desires. Likewise, this zodiac sign is all about creativity and self-expression,” Ash adds. Leos’ center-star qualities are often intoxicating to those around them, and they’re typically described as bold, bright, and regal.
To reimagine the lion’s vivacious persona, Birmingham, Alabama-based florist Mark Thompson created a dynamic arrangement with a bloom befitting of this sign: sunflowers. “Sunflowers are the perfect representation of regal Leos. This plant is known to turn to face the sun, which is similar to how Leos are known to be drawn to the warmth of the spotlight,” adds Ash.
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Inspired by Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh’s still life paintings, Thompson’s radiant sunflower display layers various selections of the blooms to capture the fiery color palette linked with Leos. “The color most traditionally associated with this sign is gold, because it symbolizes royalty, wealth, success, and abundance, with is a nod to their regal nature,” the astrologer says. Rich reds and deep oranges can also epitomize the lion’s personality; these power colors can energize and motivate Leos to discover the life of passion and excitement that they seek.
Produced by Sara Clark.
