Rose

Basic Rose Flower Information

Common Names
Rose

Scientific Name
Genus species Rose
Family Rosaceae

History
These timelessly beautiful blooms originated more than 4,000 years ago, growing in the fertile land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in the Middle East. Today, roses come in many shapes, sizes and colors, including three popular types: sweetheart, spray and tea.

Rose Flower Meaning
Red Rose- I love You
Orange Rose- Fascination
Pale Pink Rose- Modesty
Pink Rose- Thankfulness
Red & White Mixed- Unity, flower emblem of England
White Rose- Innocence and purity, secrecy and silence. I am worthy of you. You are heavenly.
Yellow Rose- Decrease of love, jealousy, try to care

Roses are, also, associated with:

Astrological Flowers
Cancer (June 21 - July 22)

Birth Month Flower
N/A

Floral Design Qualities For Roses

Type Of Use: Flower
Form: Mass/ Form
Fragrance: Mild-Strong
Line: N/A
Silhouette: Dense/ Round
Blossom Texture: Velvety
Stem Size: 12 - 36"
Blossom Size: 1 <1/2- 4"
Vase Life: 6-12 Days

Rose Design Uses
Roses are versatile flowers, often associated with romance and elegance. They make beautiful vase arrangements, they're often used in bridal bouquets, corsages and boutonnieres, and other special-occasion arrangements.

Rose Flower Colors
Reds, oranges, yellows, yellows/greens, blues/purples, green, red/purples, purples, whites/ivories, browns, pinks

Blooming Seasons
Spring, Fall, Winter

General Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Wedding Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter