The Meaning of Red Roses

Red roses are the best known and most popular flowers in the world and are associated with love and friendship. On the other hand, red roses, thanks to their incredible colour and beauty, are perfect for any occasion. Each colour has a different meaning. Have you been surprised with a beautiful bouquet of red roses and you don’t really know what message it contains? From Verdissimo, we invite you to discover the beauty of eternal roses and we will help you to decipher the language of red roses.

What is the meaning of a red rose?

Red roses are universally recognized as symbols of love and passion. Their vibrant red color evokes deep feelings of affection and desire, making them the preferred choice for expressing romantic emotions. Giving a red rose is a classic display of love and admiration, especially on occasions like anniversaries or Valentine’s Day.

In addition to their association with romantic love, red roses also represent respect and devotion. Therefore, they are appropriate for expressing gratitude or appreciation towards someone special. In various cultures, these flowers have been symbols of beauty and perfection, and their presence in ceremonies and celebrations emphasizes the significance of the event.

In Greek mythology, the red rose is linked to Aphrodite, the goddess of love, who, according to legend, created the flower from the blood of her beloved Adonis. This myth reinforces the connection of the red rose with eternal love and boundless passion

What Do Red Roses Symbolize When Given to You?

Why do lovers give red roses?

Although there are different myths and theories, we believe the story about the Roman Priest Valentine who said that Claudio III, the emperor at that time, had prohibited young warriors to marry as he believed that if they did not have family ties they would enlist in his army more easily.

Valentine, a fervent defender of love and marriage, married young couples who came to him in secret. When the emperor found out, he put him in prison and condemned him to death. While he was waiting for his sentence, Valentine fell in love with the daughter of the warden, and before his death he declared his love with a note and a red rose. From then, real love is embodied in this beautiful flower.

What does giving a red rose to a woman or a man mean?

Giving a red rose, whether to a woman or a man, is a universal gesture that symbolizes love, passion, and admiration. Beyond gender, this flower represents the language of the heart and serves as a perfect symbol to express deep and sincere emotions.

When given to a woman, the red rose conveys a message of romantic and pure love, evoking passion and desire. It is ideal for special occasions such as anniversaries, Valentine’s Day, or simply to remind her how much she means to you. With its timeless beauty, a single red rose can express emotions that words sometimes fail to capture.

In the case of men, giving a red rose is also a gesture full of significance. While it may seem less common, it is increasingly popular to use this flower as a symbol of love, admiration, or respect for a special man. This gift can be an elegant and original way to show deep feelings, celebrate a romantic relationship, or even express gratitude and affection during important moments.

A message of infinite love with a preserved rose

The meaning of red roses is quite clear. This type of flower isn’t given to just anyone, but to someone who we love or want to woo. The drawback of fresh flowers, apart from their high price, is their short lifespan, a problem that we can solve by giving Verdissimo’s preserved roses, which are fresh roses that are incredibly beautiful and colourful and which maintain their colour and beauty for years.

In Verdissimo we have been preparing something very special for our followers. Click on the image and join this Instagram giveaway. You will have the chance to win this preserved roses arrangement. Don’t miss out the opportunity to show how much passion and love you feel this Saint Valentine’s Day thanks to Verdissimo.

Red roses: The quintessential gift of lovers

Red roses shouldn’t be given to family or friends as they could send a confused message. They are reserved for a partner or the person who is in our heart.

In addition to love, red roses also represent passion. If someone gives us red roses, it means that we inspire love and also an intense desire.

Giving roses is a classic on Saint Valentine’s Day. Red roses are ideal as a Saint Valentine’s Day gift, to celebrate an anniversary, an engagement…or simply to let our partner know how much we love them.

It is a lovely way of declaring love, passion, and desire and you can also give a gorgeous bouquet of red and white roses. We can also give a long-stem preserved rose that will remain perfectly the same with the passage of time.

At Verdissimo you will find a wide variety of preserved flowers and plants

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