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A Guide to Rose Color Meanings

Did you know that there is meaning to the colors of roses?

Valentine’s Day is nearly here! For those of you looking to send roses to your Valentine or a friend, be sure that the color of the roses you send have the right message.

What Does the Color of a Rose Mean?

Here’s a quick guide to the meaning behind the colors of roses. When in doubt, I say always go with red roses – they are the perfect Valentine’s Day flower – although purple is another nice option. Take a look below and find the perfect rose for your message!

Quick Guide to Rose Colors and What They Mean
Meaning of roses color chart
Red rose flower which means love, passion, and respect

Red Rose Color Meaning

Red is the color of passion. Red roses express love, passion, and respect. Perfect for your Valentine!

Paired with a yellow rose, it means happiness. Paired with a white rose, it means unity.

A dark pink rose flower which expresses gratitude and appreciation

The Meaning of Dark Pink Roses

Dark pink roses express gratitude and appreciation. A perfect gift for that thoughtful friend.

Three pale pink roses which mean grace, admiration, happiness, and friendship

Light Pink Rose Color Meaning

Light pink roses are so sweet. They express grace, admiration, happiness, and friendship.

Coral roses mean desire

The Meaning of Coral Roses

Be sure you mean to send this one to the right person LOL. Coral roses have a simple meaning of desire.

Purple Rose meaning love at first sight, enchantment, and desire

Purple Rose Color Meaning

Purple is the color of royalty, but in a rose it expresses love at first sight (I love this!), enchantment, and desire. This is the color for a new romance.

A bouquet of white roses which means purity, innocence, and young love

White Rose Color Meaning

White as a color generally implies innocence and purity and in roses, this remains true. A white rose implies purity, innocence, and young love. So sweet!

A yellow rose which means caring, friendship, and gladness

Yellow Rose Color Meaning

These mean caring, friendship, and gladness. Paired with a red rose, it means happiness.

Orange rose which means desire, fascination, and enthusiasm

The Meaning of Orange Roses

Orange is a beautiful, bright color. To me, it means happiness, but the traditional meaning of an orange rose is desire, fascination, and enthusiasm. Interesting!

Color of Roses Meaning Chart
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