Rose
The world's best-known cut flower, with colour-specific meanings.
Colours: red, pink, white, yellow
Season: year-round
Meaning: Love, admiration, and remembrance
Romantic Flowers Beyond the Default Dozen
Romance still starts with roses for many people, and that is fine. Peonies, garden roses, ranunculus and scented gardenias offer other textures when the season allows.
- Colours
- Red, blush, burgundy, cream.
- Bouquet styles
- Dozen roses, garden posies, or a single luxurious variety.
- Symbolism
- Affection. Colour conventions are Western and optional.
- What to avoid
- Sending the most romantic styling to someone who has not welcomed that signal.
Recommended flowers
Peony
Lush, short-season bloom prized for weddings and romance.
Colours: pink, white, red, peach
Season: spring, summer
Meaning: Romance, honour, and prosperity
Ranunculus
Layered spring bloom often compared with peonies and roses.
Colours: pink, peach, white, yellow
Season: spring, winter
Meaning: Radiant charm
Gardenia
Creamy, highly fragrant blooms used sparingly in luxury work.
Colours: white
Season: spring, summer
Meaning: Secret love and refinement
Tulip
Spring bulb flower with many forms, from Triumph to Parrot.
Colours: red, pink, yellow, white
Season: spring, winter
Meaning: Affection and perfect love
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