Bouquet of Roses: Origins and Popular Varieties

A bouquet of roses is a timeless, romantic gift that symbolises love and passion. Whether it's to celebrate Valentine's Day, an anniversary or simply to express your feelings, having a bouquet of roses delivered as a gift is a classic and elegant way to show your affection. In this article, we'll explore the origins of the rose bouquet and introduce some of the most popular varieties.

The origins of the rose bouquet

The rose bouquet is a timeless and romantic gift that symbolises love and passion. Whether it's to celebrate Valentine's Day, an anniversary or simply to express your feelings, giving a bouquet of roses is a classic and elegant way to show your affection. In this article, we'll explore the origins of the rose bouquet and introduce some of the most popular varieties.

The different colours of roses and their symbolism

There is a wide variety of rose colours, each with its own unique characteristics. Here are some of the most popular rose colours for bouquets: 

The red rose: the red rose is the ultimate symbol of passionate love. With its velvety petals and intense colour, it embodies romance and sensuality. Giving a bouquet of red roses is an unequalled declaration of love. 

The white rose: the white rose represents purity, innocence and timeless beauty. It is often used at weddings to symbolise eternal love. A bouquet of white roses evokes grace and simplicity.

Pink roses: pink roses are associated with tenderness, softness and femininity. They are often given to express delicate, romantic feelings. A bouquet of pink roses conveys a message of gratitude and sincere affection. 

The yellow rose: the yellow rose is the symbol of friendship and joy. Giving a bouquet of yellow roses is a way of showing your appreciation and spreading good cheer. It can also be used to celebrate new opportunities and positive beginnings. 

The orange rose: The orange rose embodies passion and enthusiasm. It represents the energy and excitement of new love or a new stage in a relationship. A bouquet of orange roses is perfect for rekindling the flame of passion. 

The bicolour rose: bicolour rose bouquets offer an explosion of colours and feelings. They're perfect for expressing the diversity and richness of emotions. Combinations of colours can be used to create unique, personalised arrangements. Multicoloured roses also exist, but are often artificially tinted. 

The difference between rose colour and rose variety

It is important to distinguish between the variety of rose and its colour. The variety of rose refers to the botanical and horticultural classification of the flower. There is a wide range of rose varieties, each with unique characteristics such as flower shape, fragrance, plant size and so on. For example, rose varieties can include thornless hybrids, fragrant varieties, climbers, branching varieties, old roses and many others. 

The colour of the rose refers to the predominant hue of the flower petals. Roses come in a multitude of colours, from pure white to bright red, pink, orange, yellow, violet, blue and even black. Each colour of rose can evoke different emotions and symbolise particular meanings, as we mentioned in the previous paragraph. 

It should be noted that some colours are obtained artificially: for example, the black rose is obtained using a dye and the white rose is obtained by treatment with bleach. 

In short, the variety of rose refers to the different botanical and horticultural classifications, while the colour of the rose refers to the shade of the petals. The combination of the two gives rose lovers a wide range of choices..

Origin of roses at Bouvard Fleurs

At Bouvard Fleurs, the origin of our flowers is a major concern. We source from trusted suppliers, which guarantees flowers of exceptional quality. 

When it comes to roses, we work with over 80 varieties, offering a wide range of choice in terms of colour, shape and fragrance. As for the specific origin of the roses, they are mainly imported from Ecuador. Ecuadorian roses are renowned for their impressive size, long life and incomparably beautiful petals. We've been working with the same supplier for over 20 years, so we can be sure of the quality of our roses. 

When the season allows, around May and June, we try as far as possible to use Swiss suppliers to support local agriculture and offer our customers fresh, beautiful roses. Transparency and traceability are essential values at Bouvard Fleurs, ensuring that our customers receive flowers from reliable sources that respect the environment.

Conclusion

A bouquet of roses is a timeless and romantic gift, full of symbolism. Whether you choose passionate red roses, pure white roses or delicate pink roses, each colour of rose will convey a unique message to your loved one. Let your heart speak and give a bouquet of roses that captures the essence of your feelings. Whether it's Valentine's Day or any other special occasion, a bouquet of roses is an elegant and unforgettable expression of your love.