June Birth Flower: Rose
The birth flower for June is the popular and well loved Rose.
There are many types and cultivars of the rose plant and the beautiful flowers occur in many shapes and colors. "Rose" means pink or red in many languages and those are the colors usually portrayed in floral symbolism.
The Rose is a national emblem for both England and the United States as well as the state flower for Iowa, North Dakota, Georgia, New York and Oklahoma.
The language of flowers introduced in Victorian times says that Roses convey love and passion.
Birth flower reference: Floriography Today by S. Theresa Dietz
The History & Symbolism of Roses
The tradition of giving flowers is one that is cherished by people across the globe. Flowers can accompany any occasion and convey sentiments such as joy, love, appreciation, and other expressions. Giving flowers is a simple gesture, yet it often creates a significant, long-lasting impact. People frequently recall the occasions they received flowers; the recollection often lasts for several years.
Roses have historically been valued for their beauty and symbolism. The flowers are ancient symbols of love, beauty, war, and politics. Roses have also been historically associated with goddesses, religion, medicinal properties, perfume source, celebrations, and more.
The rose is the national flower of England and the United States, and is the provincial flower of Yorkshire and Lancashire in England and Alberta. It is the state flower of Iowa, North Dakota, Georgia, and New York. Portland, Oregon is known as the "City of Roses " and holds an annual Rose Festival.
Rose Colors and Symbolism
- Red roses symbolize love, respect, courage, socialism, and social democracy.
- White roses symbolize innocence and purity, reverence and humility, secrecy and silence, and spiritual love. Red and white roses together symbolize unity.
- Yellow roses symbolize joy, friendship, and caring. Pink roses symbolize gentility, femininity, grace, gratitude, and appreciation.
- Light pink roses symbolize admiration, sympathy, gentleness, and happiness.
- Coral roses symbolize enthusiasm and desire.
- A single rose represents simplicity.
Roses have a long, colorful, and interesting history. They are traditional flowers that will long continue to be treasured for their beauty, symbolism, and other characteristics. The simple gesture of giving flowers may leave a lasting impression.
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