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National Rose Month
There’s nothing more classic and romantic than a beautiful bouquet of roses. Whether it’s for an anniversary, birthday, or national holiday, roses are always a great way to celebrate! But how did the rose become so significant? History of the Rose The red rose began its well-known, symbolic history in ancient Greek and Roman mythology. During this time, the rose was often associated with Aphrodite or Venus, goddesses of love. After the rise of Christianity, it became closely associated with the Virgin Mary. In the seventeenth century, roses were in such high demand that roses, and rose water, were often used for barter and payments. In the eighteenth century, roses were finally introduced into Europe from China, and most modern-day roses can be traced back to this ancestry. Symbolism In Western culture, the rose is used most prevalently as a symbol of love. They frequently appear in many forms of art, from poetry and literature to contemporary films and [...]