| There are many different color traditions and these can
be affected by culture, function, application etc. The following
is a general rule of thumb in regard to choosing the right
colored flowers to portray the correct sentiment.
You can base your color choice on traditional associations
or scientific choices.
Traditional Color Choice
These traditional color choices mainly apply to roses
but may also be applied to other flower types. This may
be further examined by looking at the different meaning
of different flower types taking into account the color
as well.
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Red roses |
mean romantic love |
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Purple roses |
signify that the giver has fallen in love with the recipient
at first sight. |
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Coral and orange roses |
signal desire. |
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Yellow roses |
are joy and friendship. |
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Pink roses |
express our gratitude and appreciation. |
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Light pink roses |
show feelings of admiration and sympathy. |
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Peach Rose |
is more indefinite, as it can signify
either sympathy or gratitude. |
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White roses |
show meaning of reverence and humility. |
Scientific
Color Choice
People respond to different colors in different ways,
and these responses take place on a subconscious, emotional
level. Specific colors have different effects on the human
brain:
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Black: |
self-confidence, power, strength |
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Blue: |
calming, lowers blood pressure |
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Green: |
soothing, relaxing mentally as well as physically, helps
those suffering from depression, anxiety, nervousness
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Violet: |
provides a peaceful environment |
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Pink: |
relaxes, relieves tension, soothing |
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Yellow: |
energizes, relieves depression |
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Orange |
energizes, stimulates |
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Red: |
stimulates brain wave activity, increases heart rate,
respirations and blood pressure |
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