Nothing says “I love you” like a single red rose. But what about yellow roses? Or orange? Depending on the color, the rose you choose can mean something very different than what you thought, so it’s important to pick the right one.

At Laurel Grove Florist in Port Jervis, NY, you can find roses of all different colors to make sure your bouquet says exactly what you want. And, if you need help finding the perfect color, their floral designers can help you craft flower arrangements your loved ones will remember for years.

Rose Colors That Don’t Mean What You Think

1. Yellow 

This is a risky color to pick. Yellow is happy and carefree, so a yellow rose can mean joy or friendship. But, back in Victorian times, a bouquet of yellow roses meant jealousy or unfaithfulness, and that meaning still lingers today.

2. Orange 

At a glance, it’s easy to mistake an orange rose for its red counterpart. But, while a red rose’s love is serious, orange means excitement and passion. Giving an orange rose to your partner shows your enthusiasm for the relationship.

3. Pale Pink

If love someone from afar and want to show them how you feel, you may want to go with a bouquet of pink roses. Flower bouquets of thirteen mean a secret admirer, and if you pair that with pink roses—which mean grace and admiration—your special someone is sure to be flattered.

4. Cream

Cream roses go well with pink for a more dynamic bouquet—not only are they gorgeous together, but cream roses indicate charm and tell the other person that you’re thinking of them. When you combine the two, you’re telling someone that you think they’re graceful and charming, that you admire them, and that you’re thinking of them.

5. Lavender 

If you want to say “I love you,” but want to get away from the traditional red rose, try lavender. Traditionally it means “love at first sight,” but you can give it to your loved one on any day. If you want to make it a statement about your faithfulness towards them, use just a single rose.

6. Red & White

Only give someone a red and white rose if you’re totally devoted to them—together they mean unity, and when intertwined, they’re a way to ask someone to marry you.

7. Green

While you don’t usually think of roses as green, they have their own message too. Green is always growing and full of life, so green roses mean that your soul is constantly invigorated.

Choosing a flower arrangement that says exactly what you want can be tricky; luckily, Laurel Grove Florist has roses of all colors to choose from, as well as tropical plants grown at their on-site greenhouse. Call (845) 856-2713 to create a one-of-a-kind bouquet with their floral designers, or visit their online store to discover the perfect bouquet already waiting for you.