MEANING OF ROSE COLORS

* Black Roses signify Death
* Coral Rose conveys desire
* Lavender Roses symbolize love at first sight and enhancement
* Orange Roses indicate enthusiasm, desire and fascination
* Pink (Deep) says Thank You
* Pink (Light) Rose conveys admiration, gentleness, grace, gladness, joy and sweetness
* Pink Rose carry the message of happiness, gracefulness and gentleness
* Red Roses symbolize sincere Love, Respect, Courage & Passion
* Red (Dark) Rose reveals unconscious beauty
* Red (Single) means "I Love You"
* Red & White Roses together signify unity
* Single Rose in any color expresses simplicity and gratitude
* White Roses express Purity/heavenly, secrecy, silence, innocence and charm
* White (Bridal) Rose symbolizes a happy love
* Yellow Roses indicate joy, gladness, friendship and "I Care"
* Yellow Rose with Red Tip indicates friendship falling in Love

Black does not always mean that you wish the recipient to be dead; it can also be a wish for your own death, perhaps if you just can't live with the way the situation stands.