A Short History of Yellow Roses

The first yellow roses grew wild in the Middle East, but by the 18th century, they became popular worldwide. The yellow rose, adorned by almost everyone in the Victorian era, is so well-known that it even has its own religious mythology! But every rose has its thorns - unless you prune them according to our rose care guide - and yellow roses are not just a beautiful flower. Although they are most famously known as a symbol of friendship, the yellow rose was associated with jealousy in the early kingdoms of Japan and Korea, as well as with greed and remembrance in traditional Mexican culture.

What Do Yellow Roses Mean?

Yellow roses are widely known as symbols of friendship, and most people give them to each other on birthdays or to celebrate the love between good friends. Roses symbolize everything from "I love you" to "I care about our friendship," and the colors range from romantic red to vibrant orange. But what exactly do yellow roses mean, and do they have different meanings in different situations?

Friendship

Typically, people give each other yellow roses as a symbol of friendship. They are used as a way to say "thank you," and yellow roses have long been considered a sign of best wishes. Or take a look at our full range of friendship flowers.

Happiness

It's all because yellow is the color of happiness! Bright yellow roses are a sign of a smile.

Who Should You Give Yellow Roses To?

Giving someone yellow roses may seem like a risky game. How do you know they don't mean your relationship is over? What does it mean to give yellow roses to women? Don't worry, here's a brief and convenient guide on how to give yellow roses to people who will appreciate them.

Friends

As the most traditional friendship flower, yellow roses are perfect for friends to show them how much they mean to you. The yellow color will fill their lives with sunshine, and when the petals dry out a bit, they can use them to make their own scrub, so it's like two gifts in one.

Colleagues

Yellow roses are a great way to congratulate colleagues.

Close Ones

By giving yellow roses to a family member or a loved one, you symbolize that they are dear to you. If you're looking for a flower that symbolizes platonic love, consider a yellow rose. If you simply need the color yellow, our bouquets of yellow roses are perfect for people with sunny personalities. If you need roses that can fit in a mailbox, check out our range of boxed roses - because there's nothing better than coming home from work and receiving a surprise in the form of roses.