Roses have long been associated with beauty, love and romance. The earliest rose, according to fossil evidence, is 35 million years old - long before humans existed. Cultivation of roses began some 5,000 years ago, probably in China.
Nowadays, no other flower conveys the message of love as universally as the rose. Millions of bouquets of a dozen red roses are sent on St Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day each year and, thousands of people order roses each day to send to friends and loved ones. From your office or home, you can visit your online florist to find a variety of bouquets available, for example, there are:
- Happy Birthday roses
- Congratulation roses
- Thank you roses
- I love you roses
- Thinking of you roses
- Well done roses
- New baby roses
- Anniversary roses
- Romantic roses
- Get Well roses
In fact, the list could go on and on - roses have so much appeal and versatility - they send any message you want for any occasion.
People like receiving roses – it brings a smile to their face and will make a big impact on the relationship you have. Think of opportunities to send a bouquet of roses – to show appreciation for a job well done or to say, ‘Thank You’ for a lovely dinner party.
Research undertaken at Rutgers University in the USA, revealed that those people who send flowers, in comparison with other gifts, are viewed as caring, successful and emotionally intelligent. All the more reason to visit your online florist and order flowers.
According to Feng Shui, roses will increase the Chi energy of romance and style especially if placed in the west. If your bedroom is in the west part of your house, then see if a bouquet or vase of roses will work for you.
Roses are available all the year round and come in an amazing variety of colours – if you haven’t already chosen your wedding flowers then the rose could be the perfect choice as they have the ability to lend themselves to every style of wedding.
In terms of meaning, a rose’s colour is very important:
- Red: Love, beauty, romantic love, I love you, courage, congratulations
- Yellow: Joy, happiness, friendship, a new beginning, remember me
- White: Purity, innocence, humility, youthfulness, sincerity, unity
- Pink: Elegance, gracefulness, appreciation, thank you, happiness, romance
- Peach: Desire, anticipation, optimism toward the future, appreciation, gratitude
- Coral: Desire
- Orange: Enthusiasm, desire
- Lavender: Love at first sight, enchantment, deep adoration
Lavender roses also share some of the symbolism and mystery of the fabled blue rose as they are the nearest existing relative.
Sometimes the darkest red roses are called, ‘black roses’ and, while they do symbolize the death of an idea or say goodbye, they can send a positive message of rebirth and new beginnings.
There’s no need to leave the comfort of your office or home to order a beautiful bouquet of red roses – visit your online florist today and arrange for a flower delivery of roses.
