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A cynic is a man who, when he smells flowers, looks around for a coffin. (H. L. Mencken)
You can complain because roses have thorns, or you can rejoice because thorns have roses. (Ziggy)
Just living is not enough, said the Butterfly. One must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower. (Hans Christian Anderson)
Flowers are the sweetest things God ever made and forgot to put a soul into. (Henry Ward Beecher)
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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.
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.
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.
Coral roses imply desire.
There are nearly 900 acres of greenhouse dedicated to the production of fresh-cut roses in the U.S. One acre of greenhouse rose production in the U.S. is valued at about one million dollars, which includes the value of the plants, greenhouse structure and land.
The rose is the state flower selected by Georgia, Iowa, New York, North Dakota and the District of Columbia.
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.
Deep red roses imply unconscious beauty.
White roses signify spiritual love and purity.
Orange say "I am fascinated and enthusiastic".
The rose is the official National Floral emblem of the United States. This legislation was signed into law by President Ronald Reagan on October 7, 1986.
Bridal white means happy love.
Dark pink roses say "thank you." In general, pale-colored roses signify friendship.
The most popular rose holidays in the U.S. are Valentine's Day, Mother's Day and Christmas.
Yellow roses today signify joy and gladness; historically, they meant a decrease of love and infidelity.
Light pink roses imply grace, gentility and admiration.
About 60% of the roses grown in the U.S. are produced in California.
Dark pink roses say "thank you." In general, pale-colored roses signify friendship.
The most popular rose holidays in the U.S. are Valentine's Day, Mother's Day and Christmas.
Yellow roses today signify joy and gladness; historically, they meant a decrease of love and infidelity.
Light pink roses imply grace, gentility and admiration.
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