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Kate.net's Valentine Flower and Birthstone Guide

Rose Color Meanings

The first birthstones listed are the most common contemporary birthstones. Don't forget that your Valentine may prefer stones other than her/his birthstone(s).

Month Birthstone Flower

January Garnet Carnations, Snowdrops

February Amethyst Violet, Primrose, Begonia

March Aquamarine, Bloodstone Daffodil, Jonquil, Chrysanthemum

April Diamond Sweet Pea, Daisy, Freshia

May Emerald Lily of the Valley, Hawthorne, Lily

June Pearl, Moonstone, Alexandrite Rose, Honeysuckle

July Ruby Larkspur, Water Lily, Sunflower

August Peridot, Sardonyx Poppy, Gladiolus

September Sapphire Aster, Pansy, Morning Glory

October Opal, Tourmaline Calendula, Magnolia, Cosmos, Hops

November Citrine, Yellow Topaz Chrysanthemum, Orchid

December Blue Topaz, Turquoise, Zircon
Hibiscus, Narcissus, Holly

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Rose Color Meanings

These tend to vary quite a bit, but some common meanings are listed below. Of course, your Valentine may also have a favorite color of rose, despite its meaning. And don't forget, your Valentine may even prefer to receive a different type of flower.

Color of Rose	Meaning
Coral	Desire
Lavender	Love at first sight, enchantment, uniqueness
Orange	Fascination; I am fascinated and enthusiastic
Pink (Dark)	Thankfulness
Pink (Light)	Grace; admiration; gentility; friendship
Red	I love you
Red (Deep red)	Unconscious beauty
White	I am worthy of you; spiritual love; purity
White (Bridal white)	Happy love
Yellow	Joy and gladness; friendship
Combined Colors
Red and White Roses Mixed Together	Unity
Yellow and Orange Roses Mixed Together	Passionate Thoughts
Yellow and Red Roses Mixed Together	Congratulations

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