THE WORLD OF FLOWERS: INTERPRETING COLOR SYMBOLS AND HOW TO COORDINATE THEM FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS:PART ONE



• INTRODUCTION:

Roses are distinguished by their beauty and enchanting array of colors, each carrying its own unique symbols and meanings. These beautiful flowers express feelings of love, peace, and joy in a distinctive way, serving as a versatile language of expression used across various occasions and times, as detailed in the following article.

1/ RED ROSES:
   - Symbol: Love and passion.
   - Use: Offered during occasions like Valentine's Day or to express strong emotional feelings.
Popular Varieties:
- Rosa 'Cardinal de Richelieu': This type of red roses features large, rich dark red flowers with a strong, beautiful scent.
- Rosa 'Ruby': Characterized by its dark and vibrant red hues, it signifies strong emotions and deep love.
- Rosa 'Double de Rothschild': A classic and luxurious type with large, deep red flowers and unique allure.
- Rosa 'Baroness': Known for its rich and beautiful colors, its flowers stand out with complete form and unique beauty.
- Rosa 'Marilyn Monroe': Exhibits captivating and beautiful red shades, symbolizing femininity and classic beauty.

2/ WHITE ROSES:
   - Symbol: Purity, innocence, and modernity.
   - Use: Suitable for weddings, family celebrations, and occasions requiring expressions of friendship.
Popular Varieties:
- Rosa 'Bianca: A classic variety with large, fragrant white flowers.
- *Rosa 'Alba': Known for its large, pure white flowers, often used to symbolize purity and innocence, especially in weddings.
- Rosa 'Iceberg': Beautiful, fully bloomed white roses with an elegant appearance and light fragrance.
- Rosa 'White Diva': Simple yet charming white roses, signifying natural charm and beauty.
- Rosa 'Mona Lisa': Small and beautiful white flowers symbolizing elegance and sophistication.

3/ PINK ROSES:
   - Symbol: Beauty, tenderness, and affection.
   - Use: Suitable for expressing delicate emotions and symbolizing romantic relationships.
Popular Varieties:
- Rosa 'Rosalia': Featuring large, attractive light pink flowers that exude a special charm.
- Rosa 'Pink Lady': Light pink roses known for their quiet beauty and feminine expression.
- Rosa 'Rose Garden Mist': Delicate light pink flowers with small, attractive blooms.
- Rosa 'Mermaid': Warm and serene shades of pink, symbolizing natural beauty.
- Rosa 'Barbica': Distinguished by its large, bright pink flowers that impart a touch of joy and beauty.

4/ YELLOW ROSES:
   - Symbol: Joy, happiness, and friendship.
   - Use: Offered to friends or during happy occasions such as special celebrations.
Popular Varieties:
- *Rosa 'Sunblast': Vibrant and appealing yellow roses expressing happiness and joy.
- Rosa 'Sunstripe': Featuring warm and bright yellow colors, symbolizing happiness and vitality.
- Rosa 'Blue Sky': Resembling the clear blue sky, symbolizing hope and happiness.
- Rosa 'Sun Joseph': Beautiful yellow roses exuding warmth and joy.
- Rosa 'Yellow Star': Striking and cheerful yellow flowers that bring a sense of joy and happiness.

5/ BLUE ROSES:
   - Symbol: Mystery, secrets, and tranquility.
   - Use: Often gifted to express mystery, tranquility, or in relationships with an air of secrecy.
Popular Varieties:
- Rosa 'Blue Moon':Genetically modified blue roses, featuring light blue tones that might display various shades of purple.
- Hyde Park Roses: Varieties that lean towards light blue or purple, influenced by environmental conditions and breeding.
- Blue Eyes Roses: Genetically modified with hues of blue or light purple.
- Bourbon Roses: Some varieties tend towards dark purple or light blue.
- Rincontera Roses: Exhibits shades of blue in the flower coloration.

6/ ORANGE ROSES:
   - Symbol: Enthusiasm, energy, and vitality.
   - Use: Suitable for displaying enthusiasm or expressing passion for something.
Popular Varieties:
- Rosa 'Crown Princess Margareta': Beautiful orange roses with warm and appealing hues.
- Rosa 'Orange Star': Flowers characterized by their beautiful, bright orange hue, adding vibrancy to gardens and floral arrangements.
- Rosa 'Orange Daisy': Noteworthy for its beautifully shaped and bright orange flowers, often used in garden arrangements.
- Rosa 'English Rose Orange': Known for its beautifully scented, warm, and attractive colors.
- Rosa 'Crystal Orange': Light and beautiful orange varieties that add a touch of charm and beauty to floral arrangements.

7/ PURPLE ROSES:
   - Symbol: Magic, contemplation, and excitement.
   - Use: Gifted to indicate mystery and mysterious allure.
Popular Varieties:
- Rosa 'Romantica': Large and light flowers displaying various shades of purple and light pink.
- Rosa 'Violet's Pride': Shows various shades of dark and light purple.
- Rosa 'Lavender Lassie': Features a soft and delicate purple color, adding beauty and delicacy.
- Rosa 'Bourbon Queen': Exhibits various shades of dark and light purple.
- Rosa 'Princess Bourbon': Attractive varieties displaying light and dark shades of purple.

8/ RED AND WHITE ROSES:
   - Symbol: Unity, togetherness, and advancing love, possibly a symbol of marriage.
Popular Varieties:
- Rosa 'Tutti Frutti': Exhibits beautiful gradients of red and white in its flowers, giving it an appealing and cheerful appearance.
- Rosa 'Santa Claus': Displays mixed colors of red and white in its flowers, adding beauty to gardens.
- Rosa 'W.F. Rosees': Beautiful roses combining shades of red and white in large and light flowers.
- Rosa 'Trésor de Bianca': Known for the beauty and elegance of its flowers, harmoniously combining white and red tones.
- Rosa 'Claude Monet': Captivating roses displaying flowers combining white and red in an artistic and beautiful manner.

9/ PURPLE ROSES:
   - Symbol: Dream, beauty, and contemplation.
   - Use: Suitable for expressing mysterious beauty, dreams, and contemplation.
Popular Varieties:
- Rosa 'Purple Tiger': Characterized by large and light flowers with various shades of purple, giving it a beautiful and distinctive appearance.
- Rosa 'Lady in Joanna': Features dark and beautiful purple flowers, being one of the captivating varieties of purple roses.
- Rosa 'Romantic Princess': Inclines towards light and bright shades of purple, offering considerable charm.
- Rosa 'Flower Garden': One of the varieties distinguished by its beautiful purple flowers, adding beauty and elegance.
- Rosa 'Bourbon Queen': Beautiful roses displaying various shades of purple and dark violet.

10/ GREEN ROSES:
    - Symbol: Life, nature, and renewal.
    - Use: Can be presented in occasions requiring a touch of nature and vitality.
Popular Varieties:
- Rosa 'Green Century': Features gradients of green in flower coloration, giving it a distinctive and unique appearance.
-Rosa 'Lemon Jade': Exhibits shades of light green, adding a touch of greenery.
- *Rosa 'Green Flash': Distinguished by various shades of green in its flowers, beautiful and unique.
- Rosa 'Forster': Features different shades of green and a fragrant aroma setting it apart from other varieties.
- Rosa 'Musk': Displays blended green hues with other colors, giving it a distinctive and unconventional appearance.

• CONCLUSION:
The colors of roses conclude this enchanting journey, holding the power of expressive language that translates the deepest emotions. Roses remain a constant reminder of the beauty of diversity and the range of emotions we share, in addition to their magical ability to bring joy and beauty to every moment and occasion.





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