Meaning of a Dozen Roses

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When it comes to flowers, there are meanings to the type, to the color and even to the quantity. Should you send one, a dozen or more to convey what you are trying to say? Here are the classic meanings to a dozen blooms in a bouquet, depending on the color and the amount of roses included.

12 Roses

A dozen roses mean love and admiration. It is a classic symbol of a romance.

12 Red Roses

A dozen red roses mean true love. Alternatively it can also mean courage and respect.

Other Rose Colors

A dozen white roses will show innocence and purity. Yellow symbolizes friendship, while yellow roses with red tips show "friendship with a hint of love." A dozen pink roses represent gladness or joy.

Two Dozen Roses

Two dozen roses will mean "thinking of you 24 hours a day" or "I am yours." They also say "I belong to you."

Three Dozen Roses

Three dozen tells the recipient you are "head over heels in love" with them.

Mixed Dozens

Red and white roses used in a bouquet will mean unity. Red and yellow roses together show happy thoughts. Yellow and white rose bouquets show harmony. Yellow and orange roses hint at passionate ideas.

References

Florapedia
Teleflora
Hug Kiss.com

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About this Author

T.M. Samuels has been a freelance writer since 1993. She has published works in "Arthritis Today," "Alabama Living" and "Mature Years," and is the author of a gardening book. Samuels studied pre-medicine at Berry College.

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