The Meaning of Roses by Colour

"A rose by any other name" may smell as sweet, but don't let it's colour fool you. Those petals are trying to tell you something, and it's not always romantic.
The Language of Flowers
You've probably heard that "a rose is a rose is a rose", but while perfectly poetic, the Victorians wholeheartedly disagreed. Though people didn't necessarily send hidden messages in bouquets, the meanings were still important during the Victorian era. This piece of historical trivia is pretty charming, so here are the meaning of the colour of the roses that you send,so that you know exactly what you are getting into when you send flowers this Valentine's Day.

Red Roses

If you planned on delivering this classic choice to your significant other, you're in luck. It means "love."

Giving 12 roses on Valentine's Day signifies your love given over the coming year, one rose for every month.

Light Pink Roses

Deliver the gift of "grace" when you send a friend these sweet blooms.

Peach Roses

These bashful beauties signify "modesty."

Orange Roses
An energetic, curious colour comes with a meaning to match: "fascination."


Salmon Roses
Pinker than orange and darker than peach, salmon blooms suggest "desire and excitement."


Yellow Roses
You wouldn't think it cruel to gift someone a bouquet, but these sunny flowers imply "infidelity."


White Roses
But maybe save these for a melancholy moment. They mean "a heart unacquainted with love."


Cream Roses
Don't be fooled, an off-white rose takes on a different definition than it's starker cousin. Ivory indicates both "charm" and "thoughtfulness".


Purple Roses
A quirkier hue calls for a quirkier meaning; violet shades lend themselves to "enchantment."


Dark Pink Roses
A light blush hints at grace, but a more intense hue signifies "gratitude and appreciation".


Burgundy Roses
Though it may not be as striking as the classic red rose, this deeper shade is more subtle and represents "unconscious beauty."


Green Roses
If both the petals and the stem take on a verdant shade, good news: Green means a "constant rejuvenation of spirit."


Rainbow Roses
The Victorians probably wouldn't know what to say about these modern creations, however, they make a beautiful and quirky gift.