A rose language was invented as a means of communication between lovers who were not allowed to express their feelings in the harems of the Middle East.

Red Rose symbolizes love, respect, courage, and desire.

Dark crimson roses are given as a symbol of mourning.

Pink represents grace, elegance, appreciation, and gentleness.

White roses stand for innocence, purity, reverence, and humility, but can also mean secrecy and silence.

Yellow roses denoted jealousy in Victorian times, but are now given to express friendship, joy, gladness, and freedom.

Orange roses convey enthusiasm and desire.

"Blue" roses are associated with fantasy and the impossible, as no blue roses truly exist in nature.

Two roses together on a single stem indicate engagement and upcoming marriage.

A rose without thorns conveys love at first sight.