All over the world it is customary to give flowers: birthdays, weddings and other holidays never go without this attribute. Roses are especially solemn, their delicate petals not only have a delicate aroma, but are also able to convey the feelings of the giver depending on the color or variety. What is the secret of the symbolism of this flower?
Where does the symbolism of roses come from?
This flower is majestic and mysterious, the artists saw in its blossoming bud a sign of infinity or development in a spiral, the poets glorified the combination of delicate petals and sharp thorns. The symbolism of this plant is rooted deep in history. In ancient Rome, the flower was considered a symbol of high morality, courage and dedication. 
Already much later, in the Victorian era, the flower was spoken of as a symbol of love, passion, and anxious friendship. With the development of selective floriculture, new varieties and colors have appeared, and, accordingly, the possibilities for expressing emotions with their help have significantly expanded.
Did you know? In the works of William Shakespeare the name of this flower appears about 50 times.
What do the colors of roses mean
The rose is considered to be the queen of all flowers, therefore it is the most common floral symbol. The legend says that the flower found its thorns after the fall of man, and that is why it combines the symbol of purity and tenderness, appreciation, friendship and loyalty, as well as unearthly passion and temptation. 
The flower has a strict elegance, so it is customary to give it, including to men on certain solemn occasions - be it an anniversary or an award ceremony. Strong floor It is customary to present bouquets of simple bright shades: maroon, dark red, scarlet. Gentle, pastel buds of peach, yellow, white shades are best left for women. fair sex.
Learn more about the "queen of flowers": description and history of roses, the division into classes and groups, the rules for growing a flower.
White Rose
White flower buds symbolize purity and purity, as a rule, they are given to young girls. Often they can be seen in wedding compositions, where they mean pure, young love.
Peach roses
Flowers of this shade will be a great way to express gratitude and appreciation without words. Their neutrality allows them to be presented in official cases as a sign of the completion of an important matter. If a flower is meant for a girl, he is meant to emphasize her modesty.
Homemade roses in a pot are no less attractive than garden roses, but they require increased attention.
Yellow roses
Among people who are ignorant, there is a perception that yellow flowers give to separation, but this is not at all true. A sunny, bright flower, on the contrary, means strong friendship, sincere affection, respect and admiration, which lasts for many years.
Dried roses, you can make a sachet with petals, decorative compositions, fragrant soap, or simply to preserve the memory of a loved one.
Burgundy roses
The most elegant and insidious shade of roses. Bright maroons, undoubtedly, are a symbol of unstoppable passion and the most ardent feelings of the donor, but dark maroon flowers are usually presented to older women as a sign of admiration for their unfading beauty.
Red roses
No other flower can convey the rush of feelings. No wonder red and scarlet shades are the colors of love. A truly royal flower is given to lovers, trying to express not so much passion as sincere, sublime love and affection. In addition, if red flowers are presented at a business meeting, then, as a rule, this means congratulations on success.
To extend the life of a rose in a vase, it is necessary to follow some rules: cut the stems, renew the water, spray it, monitor the temperature and light conditions.
Pink roses
Such flowers are usually presented to girls because they are a symbol of tenderness and modesty.
Important! It should be distinguished shades of pink. Bright flowers are more suitable for an official bouquet, but pale pink buds will tell about your sympathy.
Lilac roses
Such an unusual color of petals has a similar meaning to the previous one - it is a sign of charm, first love. Having presented such a bouquet to his beloved, the man shows how fascinated he is to her.
Violet roses are the result of selection, in nature such a color does not occur in roses.
Orange roses
Orange color in itself symbolizes cheerfulness and emotional lift, that is why a bouquet of orange flowers will show your sincere and hot feelings, emphasize a positive attitude and best wishes.
From rose petals prepare wine and jam.
Blue and blue roses
This is one of the most mysterious flowers. Usually they are given with a certain hint of a secret or secret, and also presented to extraordinary individuals who are able to appreciate the unusualness of the bouquet.
Green roses
This novelty in the world of flora, unlike its other brethren, is not intended to express fervent feelings. Rather, it is suitable for business people who are successful in their endeavors as a symbol of wealth, prosperity and stability.
Roses with green petals are not - there are combinations of yellow, white, lemon, light green, pink and turquoise.
Black roses
A gloomy, though elegant flower, is often perceived as a sign of sadness or grief, but this is not quite so. This is a sign of the beginning of a new, overcoming obstacles, willpower and spirit.
Did you know? The world's first blue roses appeared in Japan at the Flower Show. Scientists have spent more than two decades on genetic experiments to achieve a natural blue-blue color.
Varieties of burgundy roses
It would seem, what is the difficulty of choosing a beautiful bouquet? You chose traditional red-burgundy tones, however, as practice shows, there are a great many varieties of colors and, in order to decide, it will not hurt to get acquainted with the most popular.
Black Prince
This legendary hybrid tea variety, bred in the 19th century, until recently was considered the darkest colored flower. Its petals are similar to velvet burgundy-black with shimmer. Buds are large, about 9 cm in diameter with an intense aroma. This variety is resistant and will stand in a vase for a long time.
Create a rose garden with your own hands: learn how to grow roses from a bouquet from cuttings, seedlings from a box.
The Grand Prix
Roses Grand Prix varieties, perhaps, the most traditional representatives of the classics. Their dark red color is underlined elegant, the buds are very large, about 12 cm in diameter, with velvety petals. Possess a delicate floral scent. Such a variety will stand in a vase for up to 2 weeks.
Astrid Decanter
This is a flower of special, unusual beauty. Bud bright maroon color, densely-terry, medium-sized, with persistent powerful aroma.
We advise you to read about the cultivation of roses: groundcover, climbing, standard; tea, Dutch, Canadian, English.
Black baccarat
The experiment of French breeders, rose hybrid, as close as possible to black color. He gradually replaces even the "Black Prince". Unopened buds have a pronounced black color. A peculiarity of the variety is its reaction to the weather: in the cold season, the flowers are almost black, and in summer the petals become dark maroon.
Learn more about the rose "Black Baccara".
Number of roses
The language of flowers originated in the East, it was the eastern women who first began to convey the meaning of words and feelings through the design of bouquets and flower arrangements. Not only the appearance of the flowers, but also the number of them in the bouquet carry an important message, so in order not to be mistaken, you need to familiarize yourself with the basics of this art.
- 1 rose is not at all a symbol of the greed of the giver, it is probably in this way that he wants to emphasize that you are the only person who deserves to occupy a place in his heart;
- 3 flowers are the easiest and innocuous way of showing attention and friendly sympathy; there is no hidden message in such a bouquet;
- 5 act as a wish for happiness and good luck;
- 7 is usually considered a symbol of a riddle, the secret of love;
- 9 it is accepted to give as a sign of reconciliation;
- 15 are given, as a rule, in solemn occasions, which means recognition and deep respect;
- a bouquet of 21 flowers has a mystical background, often behind this gift high and pure feelings of the donor are hidden;
- It is permissible to donate 29 flowers only to your beloved, it will tell her about your serious intentions, because it symbolizes eternal love;
- 33, according to the number of the years of Christ, signifies the forgiveness and the serious attitude of the donor;
- 101 flowers are given on a special occasion when you need to talk about your feelings without words, for example, engagement or offering a hand and heart.
Important! In our traditions, giving an even number of flowers is unacceptable, and even considered bad luck, but in other countries, particularly in the United States, and most European countries, it is customary to give bouquets with paired flowers.
Video: the meaning of rose flowers
After reading the symbolism of such a majestic flower as a rose, having learned what sense the color and number of buds conceals, it can be concluded that following established traditions and attentive attitude to the choice of a bouquet will make a gift unforgettable, and the addressee will appreciate it.
