The Language of Roses

All roses symbolize love, but different colors have different shades of meaning


red
romantic love, passion, "I love you," "You are beautiful," "Congratulations"
deep red
respect, "I admire you"
white
purity, innocence, "My love for you is deep and pure"
yellow
joy, friendship, new beginnings, "You are my sunshine," "Welcome back," "I'm sorry," "Let's start again"
pink
young love, first love, happiness, sweetness, "With you I have perfect happiness," "You are so lovely"
dark pink
gratitude, "Thank you!"
peach/coral
desire, excitement, "You are my heart's desire," "Let's get together"
purple
faithfulness, passion, "My love for you is true," "You are my passion"
lavender
love at first sight, "You enchant me."
red & white
unity, togetherness, "I love only you"
red & yellow
"Congratulations!"
pastels
"I care," "all best wishes"
mixed bouquet
includes the meaning of each color in the bouquet
rosebuds
young love, innocent love, "you are sweet"
full-blown roses
engagement, "I am committed to you," "I love you still"
small bouquet
"I'm thinking of you."