How to Say Just What You Mean This Valentine's Day

Are you a secret admirer or just too tongue-tied to say what you mean? Then the rose is just the flower for you this Valentine's day! The history of the rose is rich with meaning. Did you know that in olden days a rose was hung over the table when a meeting was intended to be secret? The meeting was said to be sub rosa or under the rose.

We don't do that today, but roses still have lots of secrets. They convey meaning without words by color and type. This makes them the perfect conveyors of secret messages to loved one this Valentine's day. No matter what color of rose you choose, it is sure to be appreciated for its beauty, color and enchanting fragrance. If you are a person of few words, a rose or twelve is sure to get your thoughts across.

Of course, we all know that the red rose is the classic symbol of true love. It is synonymous with Valentine's Day. To send a message of passionate, romantic love, you will want to be sure to choose gorgeous red roses. Their dramatic, beautiful message is one that can't be misinterpreted. Red has always been a symbol of life and rich emotion. Red roses have been associated with Venus, the Goddess of Love, and they have also been used as decorations at weddings for centuries. The red rose is a perennial symbol of love and fidelity.

White roses are like a blank page. Whatever you wish to convey, it can be appropriately conveyed with white roses. The symbolism of beginnings, endings, and trust is complex and universal. No matter what your reason for choosing white roses, the person you choose to give them to will surely be honored. White roses can symbolize newness in the form of beginnings or endings. While they are often used as signs of sympathy when a loved one passes, it is important to remember that this ending is, in itself a new beginning for the one who has passed. For this reason, white roses are also used as a symbol of hope for new ventures.

If you are a newlywed or thinking about popping the question, a white rose is the perfect choice for a young bride. It is a universal symbol of innocence and purity. It also conveys a double meaning. By sending it, you are conveying the message that you plan to be faithful and are worthy of trust. A lovely bouquet of white rosebuds speaks of hope, promise, and dreams waiting to become reality.

When yellow roses were first discovered growing wild, they were given rather negative connotations as far as symbolism. Europeans attempted to tack the meanings of jealousy and dying love onto the merry little yellow rose. This couldn't last for long, though. With it's bright sunny demeanor, the yellow rose could only truly symbolize happy thoughts and wishes. Traditional meanings for the color yellow are light, warmth and sunshine, wisdom, power, life, happiness and joy. And these are the meanings that have stuck when folks think of the yellow rose. The yellow rose expresses the sentiments of pure friendship, joy, and delight.

Do you have a best friend that you would love to remember this Valentine's day or on some other occasion? A perfect greeting for a friend is a beautiful, bountiful bouquet of yellow roses. Filled with warmth and affection, these roses will brighten your friends' day and warm his or her heart. Perhaps this is why the yellow rose is so strongly associated with the state of Texas. Texas has always been known as the friendly state and indeed, the word "tejas" from which it's name is derived means friendly. Send a yellow bouquet to the cowgirl or boy of your dreams!

Pink roses were the earliest to evolve and have many meanings based on the depth and strength of their color. They all bring a message of feminine grace and appreciation of sweetness and poetic romance and the finer things. A deep pink rose speaks of appreciation and gratitude. A light pink rose sends a message of joy and gentle admiration. Choose a deep pink rose for your mother or some other treasured and honored relative, teacher, or mentor. Choose a light pink rose for a sister, cousin or child.

Would you like to jump start a romance? Desire, enthusiasm, passion and excitement are brought with orange roses. A mixture of yellow and red, the orange rose conveys the best of both of these beautiful roses. If you want to let someone know you are interested, the orange rose is the perfect choice for the secret admirer who no longer wishes to be secret. Add some fire to your friendship by sending a bouquet of orange roses along with an invitation to an exciting party or ball. It is the perfect way to begin a romantic adventure.

Alternately, you can give orange roses to let a friend, co worker or loved one know that you are proud of their accomplishments. Just be sure to include a note that explains your intentions!

Have you just seen the girl or boy you're going to marry? If you have been smitten by love at first sight, be sure to send a rare and beautiful purple or lavender rose. This unusual flower is filled with mystery and enchantment. It is a wonderful Valentine flower for folks who love the mystical. It brings a pure message of serendipity. The lavender rose conveys all the possibilities of a quest and a magical adventure.

Roses are always a welcome and joyful gift! No matter what color you choose, your intended is sure to be thrilled to have them. By taking a little time to choose just the right color and shade, you can add even more meaning to your gift and convey the deepest desires of your heart!