Red roses have captured the minds and hearts of lovers across the globe for generations and symbolize everything that makes a love story great, from passion, desire, true love, mutual repsect and when words are not enough, just say it with a red rose and you have said it all.

Black roses have a magic about them that has caught our gaze throughout the ages, the very colour inspires a powerful feeling of mystical expectation, the very essence of a black rose appears to originate from an unattainable, improbable and unnatural world and it's meaning differs significantly, depending on its use from deep devotion, tragic love, rebirth, rejuvenation, revenge, courage, mourning to unconscious beauty.

Black baccara roses are the darkest naturally grown roses in existence and convey true love, devotion, romance, mystery, hope and optimism and often sent when you love is (as yet) unrequited.

Pink roses carry a message of happiness, admiration, gentleness, softness, grace, joy, sweetness and poetic romance and a great way to say thank you, you're so lovely, please believe me and convey that you really "like" someone, as opposed to "love" them.

White roses can symbolise new beginnings or convey secrets and and speak of truth innocence, purity, reverence, humility and silence and can be used to show someone you miss them or want to be with them. ,

Peach roses hold special meaning because they convey a sense of innocence, sincerity, genuineness, modesty and gratitude and are just perfect as a thank you or communicate sympathy to a loved one.

Orange roses are often sent to convey the energy and enthusiasm of a new relationship, but are equally at home to show friendship, desire, admiration and appreciation alongside birthday wishes.

Lilac roses are simple and elegent and the perfect rose that sends a message of friendship, admiration, desire and appreciation or love at first sight.

Purple roses are associated with Royalty and are just perfect for cementing the bonds of a special friendship or relationship for those who've fallen in an irresistable love. The very colour is both powerful and pretty in equal measure.

Yellow roses signify the start of a friendship or the parting of ways and represent joy, gladness, hope and freedom and can be used to say welcome back or show that you care.

Blue roses are the most magical of roses, they symbolize the impossible, or the unattainable and since they are themselves are a rarity in nature, it stands for something that is hardly within one's grasp, an object that seems too difficult to be achieved. Thus the blue rose is admired and revered as an unrealizable dream rich and full of wonder.

Happy roses mean joy, excitement and bringing happiness to everyone who sees them, they are simply a wonder to behold and make wishing someone a happy birthday, anniversary, or other special occasion as easy and joyful as can be.

Infinity roses show an eternal love and long lasting relationship, and whilst the colours of your chosen infinity rose have their own meaning, the very nature are a true symbol of commitment and everlasting respect.