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In real life, unlike in Shakespeare, the sweetness of the rose depends upon the name it bears. Things are not only what they are. They are, in very important respects, what they seem to be. (Hubert H. Humphrey)
What's in a name? That which we call a rose By any other name would smell as sweet. (William Shakespeare)
Good taste is the flower of good sense. (A. Poincelot)
It is not growing like a tree in bulk doth make man better be; Or standing long an oak, three hundred year, To fall a log at last, dry, bald, and sere, A lily of a day is fairer in May Although it fall and die that night, It was the plant of flower and light, In small proportions we just beauties see; And in short measures, life may perfect be. (Benjamin Johnson)
Flowers never emit so sweet and strong a fragrance as before a storm. When a storm approaches thee, be as fragrant as a sweet-smelling flower. (Jean Paul Richter)
He is happiest who hath power to gather wisdom from a flower. (Mary Howitt)
A thorn defends the rose, harming only those who would steal the blossom. (Chinese proverb)
Just living is not enough, said the Butterfly. One must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower. (Hans Christian Anderson)
Gardens and flowers have a way of bringing people together, drawing them from their homes. (Clare Ansberry)
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Birthday: There is no better way to say happy birthday than with roses in any color. Another great option is an assorted arrangement in a vase or basket combining flowers such as lilies, iris and tulips.
Anniversaries: One of the most popular occasions to celebrate with flowers. A dozen red roses in a vase is the classic anniversary gift. Roses of mixed colors or multi colored mixed bouquets also do the trick.
Funerals: Funerals are an emotional time. It has been a long tradition to send flowers at the time of bereavement. White flowers are the most common, typically roses or lilies. Pink or yellow roses are also fairly common. Consult your local florists for more ideas.
The rose is native to the United States.
Coral roses imply desire.
The most popular rose holidays in the U.S. are Valentine's Day, Mother's Day and Christmas.
Deep red roses imply unconscious beauty.
Dark pink roses say "thank you." In general, pale-colored roses signify friendship.
Yellow roses today signify joy and gladness; historically, they meant a decrease of love and infidelity.
Orange say "I am fascinated and enthusiastic".
About 60% of the roses grown in the U.S. are produced in California.
Three separate nationally conducted public opinion polls, dating from 1975-1986, found the rose to be the number-one choice of over 85% of those individuals surveyed.
Light pink roses imply grace, gentility and admiration.
Red roses of any hue say "I love you".
Bridal white means happy love.
White roses signify spiritual love and purity.
The oldest fossilized imprint of the rose was left on a slate deposit found in Florissant, Colorado. It is estimated to be 35 million years old.
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