THE MEANING OF COLOR IN ROSES

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When buying roses for a present, have you wondered about the meaning of its color.  Everyone knows that a red rose is a symbol of love and red roses are the most prominent roses sold on Valentine’s Day which is a day for lovers.  A bouquet of red and white roses signifies unity.  This must have originated with the White Rose of York and the Red Rose of Lancaster in the War of the Roses where two clans of England united to form the Tudor Rose.  Red roses are also associated with Father’s Day contrary to most popular belief that it is for Mother’s Day.  Mother’s Day history is associated with Red Carnation, not Red Rose and Father’s Day history is associated with Red Rose.  

Use the list below as a guide when selecting roses for a gift to express your true feelings.

Red – Romantic love, passion, respect, courage

Purple – the giver has fallen in love with the recipient at first sight

Lavender – Enchantment

Pink – Happiness, gratitude, appreciation, admiration

Light Pink – Admiration, sympathy

White – Innocence, purity, secrecy, reverence, humility

Cream – Thoughtful, charming, gracious

Coral – Desire

Apricot - Enthusiasm

Peach – Sympathy, gratitude

Yellow – Joy, friendship, freedom

Orange – Admiration, fascination, enthusiasm, desire

Black – There is no such thing as black rose.  Black Magic which is a deep red is almost black.  Black represents death or vengeance against a foe and should be avoided as a present.

Two Roses Joined Together – Engagement

Red and White Roses Together – Unity

12 Roses – Gratitude

25 Roses – Congratulations

50 Roses – Unconditional love 

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