Overview
Roses are one of the most popularly planted garden shrubs. You can find these romantic flowers in a wide array of colors, including vivid orange. Like all rose colors, orange roses have their own symbolism, history and unique attributes.
Orange roses
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History
After the discovery of yellow roses in the late 18th century, rose cultivators experimented with hybrids in various colors. In the late 19th century, orange roses were produced and earned a warm reception by gardeners as well as flower lovers.
Significance
Orange roses have a special significance. As they are a combination of red roses, which symbolize passion and love, and yellow roses, which symbolize friendship, orange roses have a meaning that combines the two. The meaning of orange roses is desire and romantic interest.
Types
Orange roses come in a variety of shades, including subdued coral hues, spicy carrot colors, apricot and burnt orange. There are many types of orange roses such as "Mandarin Sunblaze," which is a miniature rose, and "Oranges n' Lemons," which boasts stripes of orange and yellow.
Considerations
Because of their autumnal hues, orange roses create a lovely Thanksgiving centerpiece or Halloween bouquet.
Fun Fact
Since 1982, "Roses UK" has named one variety of flower "Rose of the Year." Several orange roses have won this honor such as "Harvest Fayre," "Sunset Boulevard" and "Dawn Chorus."
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About this Author
Tielle Webb has been a freelance writer and editor for more than a decade. Published in local and national publications such as "The Dollar Stretcher," "Good News Tucson" and "Guideposts," Webb specializes in computer technology and is certified in Microsoft Office applications. Webb is also passionate about helping readers save money as well as offering home and personal care tips.
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