Rose Colors & Their Meanings

If society was asked what color of rose is the first that comes to mind, red would be the predominant answer. Red roses are purchased more than any of the other 17 rose colors. Are you surprised there are eighteen different colors of roses? Take some time to look through the various colors and meanings below. It will help you create an arrangement for that special someone.

* Black - This color represents the color of death, so it's no surprise the black rose means death. It also means farewell.

* Blue - You won't find too many blue roses around your local stores, because they are genetically engineered. If you decide to add a new rose to your arrangement, this one definitely gets attention. It also is a symbol of love and prosperity.

* Coral - If you want to express desire then the coral rose should be added to your flower arrangement.

* Dark Pink - Sometimes roses are used to thank someone or show gratitude and appreciation. If this is what you want to do, the dark pink rose represents them all.

* Dark Red - This rose means unconscious beauty. You will definitely make the receiver blush when you tell them what the dark red rose means.

* Deep Burgundy - Same meaning as "dark red rose."

* Lavender - Some men love to send roses to a woman after their first or second date. If you want to be a little aggressive, the lavender rose means enchantment and love at first sight.

* Light Pink - Admiration, gentleness, gladness, grace, joy, sweetness, and sympathy.

* Orange - Even though the orange rose is an odd color, it does represent desire and enthusiasm.

* Pale Peach - We believe this is an odd, but beautiful color among the rose family. It's the perfect choice to if the individual receiving the flowers is a modest person.

* Peach - Probably the most complex rose of the group, the peach color represents several different meanings; appreciation, closing the deal, gratitude, let's get together, and sincerity.

* Pink - Admiration, appreciation, gentleness, grace, perfect happiness, please believe me, and thank you.

* Red - Most of us think of the red rose as an "I love you" approach. Oddly enough, the red rose also offers a slew of other meanings; beauty, congratulations, courage, job well done, love, passion, respect, romantic love, and sincere love.

* Yellow - Another complex rose is the yellow one. While it can mean delight, friendship, gladness, and joy, it also means jealousy. Keep this in mind before you add it to the arrangement.

* White - Innocence and purity. Also the most common used rose at a wedding.

Arranging a variety of the rose colors above can provide the perfect gift of meaning. We also recommend looking at the multiple colored roses:

* Red and White - Use these if you want to signify unity.

* Red and Yellow - These are a great choice if you're feeling nothing but joy and happiness right now.

* Yellow with Red Tip - Surprise with bouquet of these if you are falling in love.

Telling someone how you feel can only be magnified if you express it through an arrangement of flowers.