Valentine's Day Roses

ROSES There is something very special about the rose. It is a beautiful, elegant and romantic bloom. My article is of the meanings given to each rose colour, and what they represent and mean in relation to love and friendship.- My Love is Like a Red Red Rose ... And The Undeniable Language Of Flowers ~              Roses are a beautiful and versatile flower, and they come in many vivid, and pastel colorings. The petals of a rose are used in the composition of essential oils, and precious rose Otto is used to flavor Turkish delight. Rose petals look pretty scattered onto the dinner table when you have guests for dinner, and it makes a lovely romantic gesture to throw them onto the bed when you have your lover coming around. The red rose is the classic symbol of love, and romance, and to give a single long stemmed red rose is the ultimate form of expressing deep love. -                The magnificent colors of the rose each have their own representation and meaning and on this Valentines day I'm sure we all know what the red rose stands for, and this is why it is the most bought flower on this special occasion on February 14th. St. Valentines day. - Florists of the world rejoice!                The rose is a beautiful and dynamic flower. It has impact and meaning. So by the giving of a rose, think on. You could be sending out all the wrong messages. Here are the hidden meanings of the beautiful rose and their representations.                 Roses are among the best Valentine's Day gifts that manifests the purpose of the celebration in a better manner. Roses have been Valentines Day Roses and also traditional Valentine's Day gifts presented by lovers to each other.Here are few stanzas for a famous Valentine's Day love saying that glorifies the significance of roses on this occasion.                 These few stanzas clearly delivers the message how roses have been shared between lovers and Valentine's Day couples to mark this special occasion.                 Rose, the flower of love, is one of the most popular and oldest flowers known to man. The word rose has come from the Latin word rosa meaning red, and the flower has been a symbol of love since ancient times.               Nebuchadnezzar used roses to adorn his palace; the Persians used roses for perfume oil and to fill the Sultan's mattress. And, in Kashmir, the Mughal emperors cultured rose gardens and rivers were strewn with rose petals to welcome them on their return from wars.               Rose was created by Chloris, the Greek goddess of flowers. One day she found a lifeless body of a nymph in the woods. She asked for the help of Aphrodite, the goddess of love, who gave her beauty; Dionysus, the god of wine, bestowed nectar to give her a sweet scent, and the three Graces gave her charm, brightness and joy. Then the West Wind, Zephyr, blew the clouds away and the Sun god Apollo shone upon her, making the Rose bloom.                Rose is the most prevalent flower that is given on Valentine's Day or by lovers in general. This beautiful and majestic flower speaks of many eternal love stories. Known for its sensuous scent and delicate petals, rose brings out all the colors of a relationship.  ~ The Red Rose: ~        My Love Is Like A Red Red Rose:-               The classic red rose stands for romance, and love. The long stemmed red rose is elegant, and romantic, and to give your lover one dozen red roses is a extreme, grand gesture of love. Red roses were used in early marriage ceremonies, to signify the bond of fertility and love. The red rose represents deep feelings, and by the giving of the red rose, it is as good as saying 'I love you'. - ~ The Pink rose: ~       The pink rose is a classic 'Thank you rose'. It is used to show thanks, admiration and happiness. If you receive a mixed bunch of pink and yellow, it indicates friendship. But if the pink is mixed with red, this can be taken as a sign of romance. Just as the red rose stands for deep love, the watered coloring of pink stands for lesser love, verging on friendship. So the pink rose would be an ideal gift to give on the start of a relationship. - ~ The Violet rose: ~                A Violet rose represents love at first sight. It represents elegance, enchantment, fantasy, and dignity. This rare and beautiful rose is truly an elegant bloom, and would be given to someone, who has swept you off your feet emotionally, someone you wish to know a lot better. To give a lavender bouquet to someone is saying you are beautiful, and I put you on a pedestal. Just as its fragile and delicate colour, it portrays the feelings of pure love which you feel for the receiver of this exquisite bloom.-  ~ The Blue Rose ~             The Blue Rose is a truly unusual bloom. It is not a natural colour that occurs in nature. It is painstakingly created from the genes of other flora and has been given the significance of 'something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.           The Blue Rose conveys mystery and secrecy. It represents the enigmatic and something which is just out of reach. An achievement beyond ones grasp. A vision, a dream yet to be attained. A surreal and exquisite vision of a colour which doesn't quite sit with ease upon the rose. A fantasy, a remarkable image which excites the imagination and is stunning to behold, and it translates the meaning onto the person. You would give the Blue Rose to a complex personality, an enigma, a person with many layers. A person who holds true fascination for you.            The Blue Rose in its lightest form is akin to the lilac rose and it represents Love at first sight. A love to last forever and as such it would be given to someone you have fallen in love with. Such is the strong representation of the Blue Rose.  ~ The Green Rose ~              The rare and stunning green rose at its highest level represents eternal love; a higher love, a spiritual love, and the first and foremost significance is that the green rose stands for fertility, as its very colour symbolises earth and nature, and the green colouring symbolizes richness, abundance and life's force. This rare bloom also signifies self respect and well being. It is also a rose that represents renewal and re-birth and is very much a bloom of springtime. It signifies new beginnings, fresh endeavours and the very essence of life. -  ~The Orange rose: ~               The orange rose represents passion, and desire. The orange color is fiery, and translates its feelings through its vivid color. It denotes passion, a strong, burning flame. It is also seen as representing enthusiasm, fascination, and energy. It is also starting to be seen as a rose that represents a new romance. This rose is recognized as being given as an expression of achievement, and congratulation, and in true tradition, orange represents Halloween, and orange roses are sold in abundance around this time of year. -  Pure White Roses                 It is a symbol of truth and innocence. They are also great for feelings of loneliness. If you miss someone, express it through this white rose. And if you want to compliment someone on her serene beauty, then also this white rose will say, "You're heavenly."                                   The white rose stands for purity, reverence, innocence and faith. Dilute in a bunch of red or orange roses and they will signify a pure depth of love. Place in a bouquet of yellow or pink and this will represent a platonic friendship. The white rose will be used in marriage ceremonies to portray innocence, as will the white wedding dress. The white rose is also used at sombre times to display reverence, such as a death, or a funeral, and to signify the pure spirit and renewal, and transcendence.- The white rose represents the deepest spiritual love that is on a higher plain than that of sexual love. -  Coral Roses    "Coral roses are known for their deep pink color signifying desire and passion."  Peach Roses            Peach roses speak of appreciation, gratitude, and also sympathy. You can send this Valentine rose to a close friend or a family member.  Yellow Roses             It means friendship and freedom. You shouldn't send this rose if you have romantic feelings for someone. Yellow roses are also a perfect choice for sending congratulations to newlyweds, graduates, new mothers. ~ The Black rose: ~                     The black rose is significant in Goth subculture where is represents tragedy, angst, intense love. It is fitting along with black candles, skull and crossbones, the traditional Gothic black clothing, and black make up. The black rose also represents death, a curse, and hatred. The black rose is not a naturally grown bloom, and is quite hard to find. -         Combined Roses              Now we know what roses of dieerent colors mean. But do we know what a combination of differnt colors would mean? Take a look!  White Roses + Yellow Roses          This combination is a symbol of harmony and peace. So on this Valentine Day if this is the thought in your mind then prepare a small bunch of white and yellow roses.   Red Roses + Yellow Roses               When you combine these two beautiful Valentine roses you get happiness and celebration. These roses are perfect for wedding anniversaries or for celebrating a long-time relationship with your sweetheart.  Red Roses + White Roses          The combination of these two dynamic roses indicates bonding and harmony. On this Valentine Day you can present these roses to your wife or hubby. Rose Symbolism             When thinking of presenting roses to someone, we generally think of a big bouquet to express our feelings. But sometimes what a single rose can do, a bouquet cannot do. On this Valentine Day, break away from the traditional myths of Valentine roses and try these Valentine rose options as well. Single Red Rose - "I love you" Single Rose Any Color - "I thank you" Two Roses Entwined - An engagement or marriage is at hand. 'My love is like a red, red rose' Robert Burns. 1st stanza. My love is like a red red rose That's newly sprung in June; My love is like the melodie That's sweetly play'd in tune. A very apt sentiment for Valentines day. Have a wonderful time. Thank you for reading.