Rose Colour Meanings: Which Roses Should You Give?
Quick answer: red roses mean romantic love, pink roses mean admiration and gratitude, white roses mean new beginnings and respect, yellow roses mean friendship and joy, and peach roses mean thanks. Choose red for anniversaries and Valentine’s Day, pink for mothers, birthdays and new babies, white for weddings and sympathy, and yellow for friends and get-well wishes.
Roses are our most requested flower at 800petals. Here is a simple guide to what each colour says, so your bouquet sends the right message.
Rose colour meanings at a glance
| Colour | What it means | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Red | Romantic love, passion | Anniversaries, Valentine’s Day, proposals |
| Pink | Admiration, gratitude, gentle affection | Mother’s Day, birthdays, new babies, thank-yous |
| White | New beginnings, purity, respect, remembrance | Weddings, new babies, sympathy |
| Yellow | Friendship, joy, warmth | Birthdays, friends, get well soon |
| Peach and orange | Thanks, enthusiasm | Thank-you gifts, congratulations |
| Red and white together | Unity, togetherness | Weddings, anniversaries |
| Mixed colours | Happiness, celebration | Birthdays, congratulations |
Red roses: love
The classic way to say “I love you”. Red roses are the natural choice for anniversaries, Valentine’s Day and romantic surprises. Try 15 Red Roses, the Classic Rose Box, or go all out with the 100 Red Roses Bouquet.
Pink roses: admiration and thanks
Softer than red, pink roses say “I appreciate you”. They are perfect for mothers, sisters, friends and new parents. See Pink & Ivory or the 30 Pink Roses bouquet.
White roses: new beginnings and respect
White roses feel calm and elegant. They are popular at weddings and for new babies, and they are also a respectful choice to express sympathy. See our White Rose Bouquet.
Yellow roses: friendship and joy
Bright and cheerful, yellow roses are ideal for friends, colleagues and anyone who needs a lift. Sunny Skies and Purple Haze pairs yellow roses with gerberas.
Red and white, or mixed colours
Red and white roses together are a traditional symbol of unity, so they suit weddings and anniversaries. See Classic Charm. A mix of colours, like Rainbow Radiance, simply says “celebrate”.
Does the number of roses matter?
Some people like to choose a number with meaning. These are popular traditions rather than strict rules:
- 1 rose: love at first sight, or “you’re the one”.
- 12 roses: a classic declaration of love.
- 25 roses: congratulations, or a big celebration.
- 100 roses: complete devotion. A true grand gesture.
Order roses in Sharjah and Dubai
Every 800petals rose bouquet is hand-arranged by expert florists and delivered across Sharjah, Dubai and the UAE. Browse anniversary flowers, Valentine’s roses or all fresh flowers.
Frequently asked questions
Red roses are the classic choice for a partner. Red and white together also work well for an anniversary.
Pink roses, which stand for gratitude and admiration. Soft peach and white are lovely too.
White roses, or a calm mix of white and soft cream, are the most respectful choice.
Yes, especially mixed with red. On their own, yellow roses usually suggest friendship rather than romance.
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