Color	Meaning & Symbolism	Occasions	Popular Varieties	Care Tips
Red	Deep love, passion, respect, courage	Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, romantic occasions	Freedom, Mr. Lincoln, Chrysler Imperial, Oklahoma	Last longest in cool water; trim stems at angle
White	Purity, innocence, new beginnings, remembrance	Weddings, sympathy, christenings, graduations	Avalanche, Akito, Polar Star, White Majolika	Avoid direct sunlight; change water frequently
Pink	Gratitude, appreciation, admiration, joy	Mother’s Day, thank you gifts, celebrations	Sweet Avalanche, Hermosa, Pink Majolika, Quicksand	Remove lower leaves to prevent bacterial growth
Yellow	Friendship, joy, warmth, new beginnings	Friendships, get well soon, congratulations	Sunflower, Mohana, Penny Lane, High & Yellow	Keep away from drafts; mist petals lightly
Orange	Enthusiasm, desire, fascination, energy	Halloween, autumn events, congratulations	Free Spirit, Confident, Orange Crush, Milva	Cut stems under running water for best uptake
Lavender/Purple	Enchantment, mystery, love at first sight	Unique occasions, romantic gestures	Ocean Song, Amnesia, Purple Haze, Deep Purple	Add flower food to extend vase life
Peach	Appreciation, gratitude, sincerity, modesty	Thank you gifts, sympathy, appreciation	Juliet, Peach Avalanche, Sahara, Peach Majolika	Recut stems every 2-3 days
Coral	Desire, passion, gratitude	Modern weddings, spring events	Free Spirit, Coral Reef, Living Coral	Store in cool location between uses
Burgundy/Deep Red	Unconscious beauty, deep passion	Formal events, dramatic arrangements	Black Baccara, Dark Red Naomi, Burgundy Iceberg	Handle gently; petals bruise easily
Cream/Ivory	Thoughtfulness, charm, grace	Vintage weddings, elegant events	Sahara, Cream Avalanche, Vendela	Pair well with greenery for contrast
Bicolor	Variety, uniqueness, complexity	Special occasions, artistic arrangements	Circus, Double Delight, Neil Diamond	Each variety may have different care needs
Green	Harmony, fertility, rebirth	St. Patrick’s Day, spring arrangements	Green Tea, Limbo, Jade, Super Green	Less common; order in advance

Quick Reference for Florists

Most Popular Wedding Colors

• White and cream (classic)
• Blush pink (romantic)
• Burgundy (fall/winter)
• Peach (spring/summer)

Best Colors for Longevity

1. White roses
2. Red roses
3. Pink roses
4. Yellow roses

Seasonal Availability

• Spring: All colors widely available
• Summer: Pastels and bright colors peak
• Fall: Burgundy, orange, deep colors
• Winter: Red, white, and preserved varieties

Professional Tips

• Always condition roses in deep, cool water for 2-4 hours before arranging
• Remove thorns carefully with proper tools
• Cut stems at 45-degree angle under running water
• Use floral preservative in all arrangements
• Store at 33-35°F (1-2°C) with high humidity
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