Significance of Red Roses

When you hear the word “roses”, you would often assume that it is the red rose that is being referred to. Why is this so? Simply because the red rose is The Rose of all roses.

Beautiful, elegant, dramatic and intriguing - Red roses are the most sought after amongst all the roses.

Here at FlowerAdvisor, we have a fantastic variety of red roses. However, it would be interesting for you to discover the true meaning behind the gorgeous red rose.

The red rose as a symbol of love
The red rose is a universal symbol of romance, passion and most importantly true love.

Red roses are most often used as a strong expression of love, especially on special occasions like Saint Valentine's Day.

Back in the 18 th century, during a time when speaking aloud about one's heartfelt feelings is not in line with societal conventions, a special rose language was developed. This secret language acts as a system of communication between lovers who were forced to suppress their true emotions by the society. Since then, the red rose has come to symbolize true love that will overcome all obstacles and the test of time.

According to Greek and Roman mythology, the red rose was strongly associated with the Goddess of Love, Aphrodite.

Due to this connection, early civilizations adorned wedding functions with red roses and these flowers were also often part of traditional wedding wear. Red roses have since come to be known not only as a symbol of love but also of fidelity.

The red rose - A symbol of desire
The meaning of the colour red can be traced to early primal periods. It started off as a symbol and has since evolved over time as a symbol of deep emotion. The colour red speaks of consummation, burning desires and the deepest of passion.

The red rose symbolizes desire. It expresses the excitement and heat of a new love and the indescribable surge of attraction.

Red roses in marriage
Red roses received or given within a marriage signifies that the love is still growing strong with each day and that life after marriage has not sunk to a monotonous routine. In short, red roses are a symbol of matrimonial bliss that is catalyzed by passion and love.

Red rose buds
The mysterious and yet to be bloomed red rose celebrates young love that is innocent, fresh and youthful. It stands for the simple beauty and purity of young love.

On the other hand, red roses that are fully bloomed are metaphorical of a relationship that have grown and is now enjoying the sweet harvest of love. Full-bloomed red roses are perfect for anniversaries.

Other significance
Apart from being the ultimate symbol of love, red roses can also be used to celebrate courage, send out a message of congratulations, and symbolizes power.

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Significance of Roses

The rose, beautiful in all of its colours, is the most popular flower in the world. They are the very symbols of love and beauty, and are shrouded with layers of rich symbolisms. Whether or not you particularly like roses, you cannot deny that roses are widely used to show heart-felt sentiments and at important events such as weddings.

Here at Flower Advisor, we have an excellent variety of roses of various colours. However, let's start out by learning the significance and related facts about roses in general.

Origins
Did you know that the origins of the cultivated rose are speculated to be Northen Persia, on the Caspian, or Faristan on the Gulf of Persia? Or the fact that the oldest rose fossil to have been found was located in Colorado dating more than 35 million years ago?

Amazing isn't it?

As for the name, the word "rose" is of Latin origin from the word "rosa". It is also known as "acicularis", derived from the Latin word "acidula" which translates to "needle-like prickly", which is of course inspired from the thorns of roses.

Countries that produce roses
Roses mostly thrive excellently in temperate climates. However there are a few species that can be cultivated in sub-tropical and even tropical climates.

Amongst the countries that produce roses are India, Columbia, Ecuador, Uganda and Kenya in Africa, Israel and the Netherlands.

The Netherlands is in fact, the top exporter of roses in the world.

Roses and numbers
Every denomination of roses serves a unique meaning in itself. So if you are seeking to send roses with a message in mind, this list should help you make a decision:

1 Rose - Love at first sight; you are the one
3 Roses - I love you
12 Roses - There are a dozen ways I care about you
18 Roses - I am sorry
24 Roses - Can't stop thinking of you - 24 hours a day
36 Roses - A romantic attachment unlike any other
48 Roses - An unchanging and unconditional love
99 Roses - I will love you for as long as I live
100 Roses - Devoted to you until we are at a ripe-old age
108 Roses - Please Marry Me!
999 Roses - Everlasting and eternal love

Roses and colours
Here's a brief mention about the significance of rose colours and combinations:

• Red: An expression of love; a symbol of courage and respect
• Pink: Admiration; a new love that has yet to bloom, appreciation, motherly love
• White: Innocence, purity, secrecy, marriage, loyalty, reverence and humility
• Yellow: Joy and deep friendship or platonic love. It could also denote jealousy, infidelity, a dying love and farewell.
• Blue: Mystery, the impossible and the unattainable
• Purple: Love at first sight, enchantment and all things magical

Roses in religion and mythology
Roses have always been symbols of love and beauty, since ancient times. The rose was sacred to the Greek Goddess of Love, Aphrodite and thus the ancient Greeks and Romans associated roses with the Goddess.

Another Goddess that has been associated with roses is the Egyptian Goddess Isis. In ancient Egypt, roses were considered the most sacred of flowers and were used as offerings for Isis. Roses have also been known to be found in Egyptian tombs, where they have been used as funerary wreaths.

The rose is also often used to symbolize the Virgin Mary. It is said that roses are Mary's favourite flowers, and she used roses as a sign of her presence several times in history. She wore three garlands of roses and had tiny roses around the rim of her slippers at La Sallette. She brought lovely roses with her at Lourdes, Pontmain, Pellevoisin, Beauraing and Banneaux. To Sister Josefa Menendez she showed her immaculate heart encircled with little white roses.

Mary's wedding garment was also said to be “richly embroidered with blue, white, violet, and gold roses”. It is said that at the Incarnation, while the Angel vanished into the path leading to heaven, half-bloomed roses fell on Mary.

With all these associations with the beautiful flower, it is no surprise that Mary is referred to as the Mystical Rose, or Rosa Mystica in Latin.

Roses in history
Roses created an impact on history as well:

• In England :
  In the 15 th century, the English were already cultivating and making hybrids of roses. Tudor Henry VII, the winner of the English War of Roses created the Rose of England by crossbreeding other roses. This Rose is also known as the Tudor Rose.
  
  
• In China :
  Philosopher Confucius was said to have reported that the Imperial Chinese library is well-stocked with books on roses.
  
  
• In Mesopotamia :
  Ancient Sumerians mentioned roses in a cuneiform tablet (a system of writing). It was written approximately 2860 BC.

Other facts about roses
As a National, State and Provincial flower

• The rose is the national flower of England and the United States
• The white rose is the provincial flower of Yorkshire and the red rose is the flower for Lancashire – both provinces in England
• The rose is also the state flowers for Iowa, North Dakota, Georgia and New York
• Portland, Oregon is also known as the City of Roses and holds a Rose Festival at a yearly basis.

As a symbol of secrecy
Sub Rosa, a Latin phrase translates into “under the rose” which basically means secrecy or confidentiality.

The rose and its connotation of secrecy started way back in Ancient Egypt and Greek Mythology.

In ancient Egypt , the rose was the Emblem for the God Horus. Horus was later known as the God of Silence.

In Greek mythology, it was said that Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love and beauty gave her son Eros (Cupid) a rose. He in turn, gave it to Harpocrates (Horus), the God of Silence to make certain that his mother's indiscretions were kept under wraps.

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How Do I Make My Dozen Roses Look Right?

When I first started to design flowers I often heard how designers had difficulty making a dozen roses look nice. That it was hard to keep the roses in place. But it is really very easy to do if you know a few simple basics.

1) First prepare the rose by taking off the bottom half of the leaves and popping off the thorns. Most people prefer the thorns off but as much as possible I leave the thorns on.

This is because taking them off can leave open wounds and may allow microbial bacteria to enter and shorten the life of the flower.

2) Cut the rose stem slantwise under water (so they don't get an air pocket that prevents them from drinking) and place in small bucket or vase that has warm water and flower food.

3) Make sure you have the right size vase. Too small and you'll have them all standing up straight and it will look funny. Too big and you'll have way too much space to fill in. This may sound like common sense but believe me; all beginning designers have made this mistake.

There are two ways that I have found to be the best:

a) Fill a vase with water ¾ of the way full. Take your greens (usually leather leaf) and start putting them in the vase starting from the outside all around and moving inward. The greens should be crisscrossing themselves. This gives a good stiff base for the roses to be able to stand without flopping.

Or:

b) Take a dry vase and clear floral tape. You can get this at a craft store and it is very sticky and water proof. Use this tape at the top of the vase by making a grid. You should leave enough room to allow the stem and greens to pass through. Fill the vase with water and flower food and start putting your greens in, same as before, start inserting from outside towards the inside stems crossing each other. The advantage to using the grid is you can use fewer greens. Now you are ready to place the roses in.

In most floral designing you design from the outside inward. But for roses I prefer the opposite. I start with what I call the anchor rose. I take my longest stem and stick it right in the middle. If you have done your greening correctly, is should stand straight up. Place the next 4 roses in around the first rose but slightly shorter. Continue in this fashion until all roses have been placed. Now stand back and look at it to see if you need to make any adjustments. Then place in the filler of your choice such as baby's breath. Finish with a bow and enjoy your creation.

There are many ways to place the roses but remember, keep it simple. Don't make it complicated. There is a beautiful motivational print called Beauty-White Magnolia that says, “Appreciate Simplicity”. That's my motto.

Enjoy!


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The Meaning Of A Single Rose

Many feelings can be expressed by flowers, and this non-verbal language is very popular nowadays. Each one of us has sent at least one message to someone with the help of a flower. Sometimes whole conversations between two lovers are spoken through flowers. The most meaningful flower of all is considered to be the red rose. A single red rose is now usually used to send a message of love. There are also many messages that can be sent through single roses, like :

• A single white rose is used by someone that wants to say 'I'm sorry' to his/her significant other. It also has some other meanings. Since medieval times, white roses are considered to be a symbol of light, purity and innocence. So sending a single white rose may also mean that you consider that person to be pure, or that your love is very pure.
  
• A single yellow rose expresses happiness and love. Sending a single yellow rose to your other half means that you are happy with your love and relationship. But be careful because single yellow roses have two meanings! They can also express jealousy, so sending someone one can mean that you are jealous. The best thing to do is to attach a note to the rose, explaining exactly what you mean.
  
• A single peach rose is used to send a message of friendship to a best friend or even to a lover.
  
• A single purple rose expresses beauty. So if you want to tell someone he/she is beautiful send him/her a single purple rose.
  
• A single pink rose is an elegant way of thanking someone because this is what pink roses transmit: gratitude.
  
• Finally, a single black rose says 'it is over'. This is a way of ending a relationship - sending a single black rose together with a note.

But, as mentioned before, the single red rose is considered to be the most beautiful and romantic. Even from the ancient roman times, lovers give each other red roses. In those times, roses were the symbol of the Roman goddess Venus, the goddess of love, so ever since then a single red rose clearly states 'I love you'.

Also the red rose petals are used to symbolize love, and to create a romantic atmosphere. They can be left to float in the bath tub, or simply spread throughout the house or near the fireplace. If your lover is away, you can add some rose petals to your letters.

Red roses have been a continuous source of inspiration for artists everywhere and thousands of paintings and poems have been written inspired by roses or by a single red rose. It has been said that a single red rose speaks volumes, so choose the finest rose and send it to someone you love now.


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Impress Your Loved Ones With Special Roses

Since ancient times, roses are considered to be the symbol of love and for centuries, giving someone a rose has been considered a beautiful gesture. Because roses are involved in so many stories and legends, each type of rose has its own meaning. So in a way, you can say that roses speak their own language.

Nowadays roses can be made more beautiful with the help of special inscriptions and other enhancements, and you can make your loved ones a really beautiful gift by giving them a special unique rose that will certainly impress them. You can do this without leaving your house with the help of the Internet. You can find special stores on the Internet that sell customized unique roses and deliver them to whomever you want together with a message from you if you want. This will definitely be a present that they will never forget.

There is a large variety of special single roses or rose bouquets that you can find available to order. Here are a few beautiful examples of what you can offer your loved ones :

If you want something simple, you can offer them a single stem rose that has a customized message on it. This message can be anything from 'Happy birthday', 'i love you', or even 'will you marry me'. These single roses also have a special wrapping around it.

If you want something more impressive, you can send a customized rose bouquet. This will contain the freshest roses, wrapped in a unique bouquet, and that can have your special messages printed on their petals. This bouquet may even have 30 roses in it, so it will surely impress.

You can also make some combinations with roses and other nice gifts like chocolate or champagne. Your loved one can receive a beautiful single rose together with a box containing the finest chocolate, and a love message from you. Or she can receive the rose (or rose bouquet) together with a bottle of luxury champagne.

Also, if you would like, you can send an artificial silk rose to your loved one, so she can keep it for a long time. These silk roses can also be sent with a special message on them or together with chocolate or champagne.

All the roses are very fresh and the bouquets are arranged by professional florists, so they would be a beautiful perfect gift for anyone!


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Impress Your Loved Ones With Special Roses

Since ancient times, roses are considered to be the symbol of love and for centuries, giving someone a rose has been considered a beautiful gesture. Because roses are involved in so many stories and legends, each type of rose has its own meaning. So in a way, you can say that roses speak their own language.

Nowadays roses can be made more beautiful with the help of special inscriptions and other enhancements, and you can make your loved ones a really beautiful gift by giving them a special unique rose that will certainly impress them. You can do this without leaving your house with the help of the Internet. You can find special stores on the Internet that sell customized unique roses and deliver them to whomever you want together with a message from you if you want. This will definitely be a present that they will never forget.

There is a large variety of special single roses or rose bouquets that you can find available to order. Here are a few beautiful examples of what you can offer your loved ones :

If you want something simple, you can offer them a single stem rose that has a customized message on it. This message can be anything from 'Happy birthday', 'i love you', or even 'will you marry me'. These single roses also have a special wrapping around it.

If you want something more impressive, you can send a customized rose bouquet. This will contain the freshest roses, wrapped in a unique bouquet, and that can have your special messages printed on their petals. This bouquet may even have 30 roses in it, so it will surely impress.

You can also make some combinations with roses and other nice gifts like chocolate or champagne. Your loved one can receive a beautiful single rose together with a box containing the finest chocolate, and a love message from you. Or she can receive the rose (or rose bouquet) together with a bottle of luxury champagne.

Also, if you would like, you can send an artificial silk rose to your loved one, so she can keep it for a long time. These silk roses can also be sent with a special message on them or together with chocolate or champagne.

All the roses are very fresh and the bouquets are arranged by professional florists, so they would be a beautiful perfect gift for anyone!


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Using Fake Flowers For Your Wedding

Just like the cost of everything else, the cost of having a wedding is skyrocketing. This is no surprise to anyone who has been recently involved in a wedding, and it is certainly no surprise to someone who is currently involved, in any way, with a wedding. If you are looking for ways to cut costs, one of the best ways is to do so by using silk flowers instead of real flowers for your wedding.

Wedding flowers can start to get pricey, especially if you want to use roses, lilies, or flowers that are out of season. Having them arranged is also an expensive proposition. By using silk flowers, however, you can cut your floral costs by between $100 and $800, depending on how many flowers, and what kinds of flowers, you were planning to use. Opt to do the table arrangements of your flowers, keeping them simple, and you can cut your flower related wedding costs by another $100 to $300. Some people save as much as $1,000 or more just by going with the fake flowers and doing most of the arrangements themselves.

Silk wedding flowers often look as good as the real thing. It is impossible to tell the difference from far away, and even up close, a good fake flower looks very nice. Your wedding can still retain all of its elegance when you use silk wedding flowers. And you will likely get a better price on a variety of flowers, especially roses, if you choose fake flowers. Most floral shops offer silk flower arrangements, and you can visit your regular florists and look at fake floral bouquets, boutonnières, and corsages. Additionally, you can ask about buying individual flowers or small table arrangements. It is also possible to have large arrangements made and delivered to the wedding or reception location using fake flowers (but keeping the arrangements small and simple so you can pick them up will save you more money).

The other advantage of using silk wedding flowers is their staying power. In today's more mobile world, chances are that you will need to have more than one reception (so that you can have some sort of celebration with both sides of the family). Real flowers are pretty much done after one use. They wilt and brown. Fake flowers remain fresh-looking and attractive, so you do not have to buy the flowers all over again at the next reception or open house. Additionally, they will keep forever. All you have to do is keep them dusted. No frustration or expensive processes to preserve your wedding bouquet. You can easily cherish your wedding bouquet, keeping it looking as beautiful as the day you wed, long after the last piece of frozen wedding cake has been eaten.

Silk wedding flowers can be a great way to make an elegant expression without spending a great deal of money. If you are looking for ways to have a wedding on a budget, using fake wedding flowers is a great way to cut costs.

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