You've probably heard that "a rose is a rose is a rose," but the Victorians beg to differ. The language of flowers first gained popularity in the mid-1800s, and flower meanings still carry weight today. The symbolism of rose colors is steeped in tradition. Roses inspired people over thousands of years to develop a language of color.
When you choose a color, variety or number of roses for someone, you are personalizing your gift with deeper sentiment.
* Red
Love, Beauty, Courage and Respect, Romantic Love, Congratulations, "I Love You", "Job Well Done", Sincere Love, Respect, Courage & Passion
* Red (Dark)
Unconscious beauty
* Red (Single)
"I Love You"
* Deep Burgundy
Unconscious Beauty
* White
Purity, Innocence, Silence, Secrecy, Reverence, Humility, Youthfulness,
"I am worthy of you", Heavenly
* White (Bridal)
Happy love
* Pink
Appreciation, "Thank you", Grace, Perfect Happiness, Admiration, Gentleness, "Please Believe Me"
* Dark Pink
Appreciation, Gratitude, "Thank You"
* Light Pink
Admiration, Sympathy, Gentleness, Grace, Gladness, Joy, Sweetness
* Yellow
Joy, Gladness, Friendship, Delight, Promise of a new beginning, Welcome Back, Remember Me, Jealousy,
"I care"
* Yellow with Red Tip
Friendship, Falling in Love
* Orange
Desire, Enthusiasm
* Red and White
Given together, these signify unity
* Red and Yellow
Jovial and Happy Feelings
* Peach
Appreciation, Closing the deal, Let's get together, Sincerity, Gratitude
* Pale Peach
Modesty
* Coral
Desire
* Lavender
Love at first sight, Enchantment
* Orange
Enthusiasm, Desire, Fascination
* Black
Death, Farewell
* Blue
The unattainable, the impossible
* Single - any color
Simplicity, Gratitude
* Red Rosebud
Symbolic of purity and loveliness
* White Rosebud
Symbolic of girlhood
* Thorn-less Rose
"Love at first sight"