Valentines 2019- Know What Each Color Of Rose Stands For

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"