Meaning of The Rose

What is the meaning of the rose? Different roses mean different things. A bunch of roses versus a single one. Each color represents a different feeling. Invariably almost everyone is delighted when they receive a rose or bunch of roses as a gift. The rose says “I love you” in many different ways, sometimes just in friendship. These colors represent many different levels of emotion and devotion.

The rose has dominated as the flower of choice, especially on Valentine’s Day and to express love for a special event. Mixing the color in a bouquet is a symbol of unity. A dozen roses is a symbolic number, often in reference to the calendar year or in reference to myth and religion. Here’s what some of those colors mean in bunches and alone:

Red Roses – say I love you, but also stand for courage, passion and respect

Single Rose – stands for simplicity or gratitude

Red Rosebud – purity and beauty

White Rosebud – depicts a girl like innocence

Thornless Rose – love at first site

White Roses – reverence, humility, innocence, youth and purity

Yellow Roses – joy, delight, gladness, welcome back or new beginnings

Red & White Roses – signal unity in love, a union

Red & Yellow Roses – is about happy feelings

Pink Roses – appreciation, grace and gentility

Light Pink Roses – admiration, sympathy, gentleness, gladness, sweetness

Dark Pink Roses - Appreciation and gratitude, a sign of thanks

Peach Roses – sincerity and modesty

Black Roses – death or farewell

Blue Roses – unattainable

Orange Roses – enthusiasm or desire

Burgundy Roses – extreme beauty

Pale Roses – sociability and friendship

A Crown of Roses – a symbol of virtue

The key to giving roses is therefore to first consider the recipient. After all the meaning of the rose is what defines the gift. A careful choice can say it all but a random choice could cause a mixed or unwanted message. So take the time to look at the meaning of the rose you choose before the act of giving takes place, you want to give the right message, don’t you.