Meaning of the number of roses

Every Rose Count Tells a Story

We’ve put together a beautiful visual guide that explains the significance of different numbers of roses. Whether you’re looking for a romantic gesture or a way to express heartfelt emotions, rose counts can suggest different meanings. Scroll down to explore the infographic and discover the perfect message for your bouquet.

Rose numbers can help you choose a message, but there is no single meaning everyone will read into a bouquet. Use this guide as a starting point, then let your card explain what the roses mean to you. Your relationship and the occasion matter more than following a fixed rule.

Receiving a rose as a sign of love can be a lovely gesture. But did you know that the number of roses you’re given can convey different meanings? For Valentine’s Day or another heartfelt occasion, understanding the symbolism behind each number can help you choose the perfect bouquet to express your feelings.

The following guide explains the meaning of the number of roses. It will offer a romantic yardstick to help you show your love most meaningfully!

The Power of a Single Rose: Love at First Sight

A single beautiful rose can tell your loved one, “You’re the one for me,” and symbolise love at first sight. It’s a simple yet powerful way to express your deepest emotions. You can also explore our medium stemmed red roses when choosing a rose gift.

Expressing Connection: What 2 to 7 Roses Mean

• 2 Roses: Says “we’re a good match.” The number two can suggest the interdependence and balance of a duality.
• 3 Roses: Very simply, “I love you so much.”
• 5 Roses: Five roses can be a beautiful way to express your love for a friend or lover.
• 6 Roses: This symbol is “I want to be yours,” or the completion of a beginning. If you’re dating someone and want to take your relationship to the next level, giving them six roses can be a way to convey your love without being too obvious.
• 7 Roses: Seven roses can assure them that you’ll adore them every day of the week.

8 Roses: If you want to show support to a friend or family member going through tough times, gifting eight roses can convey empathy and encouragement.

Everlasting Love: The Symbolism Behind 9 to 15 Roses

• 9 Roses: As an everlasting love sign, nine roses can symbolise eternal love for someone with whom you intend to spend the rest of your life.
• 10 Roses: A simple yet powerful way to tell someone special they’re perfect.
• 11 Roses: Eleven roses can symbolise deep affection and particular regard. They are often given to a treasured one to show they hold a significant and irreplaceable place in your heart.
• 12 Roses: A red rose box of 12 stems can show you’re thinking of them 12 months a year or 12 different ways to say, “I love you.”
• 13 Roses: Gifting 13 roses can symbolise eternal friendship, emphasising the depth and variety of emotions conveyed through the number of roses given.
• 15 Roses: If you’ve upset someone and want to apologise, 15 roses can accompany a sincere apology in your own words.

Grand Gestures: When 20 to 50 Roses Speak Volumes

• 20 Roses: Give your partner 20 red roses to express your sincerity and belief in a long-lasting relationship with them. For a gift with a keepsake, explore red roses and a teddy bear.
• 24 Roses: Sending a loved one two dozen red roses is a magnificent way to say you’re thinking about them 24 hours a day and genuinely adore them.
• 25 Roses: Sending 25 roses can symbolise wishing someone all the happiness in the world, making it a perfect gesture for expressing your heartfelt wishes.
• 30 Roses: Gifting 30 roses can signify faith and faithfulness in a relationship, indicating a commitment and belief in the bond shared with the recipient. This quantity suggests faith in the enduring nature of your relationship.
• 36 Roses: A bouquet of 36 roses can say “I’m head over heels in love” and “I’ll never forget our romantic moments.”
• 48 Roses: Sending four dozen roses can symbolise unconditional love and devotion that is unchanging and constant.
• 50 Roses: Aside from implying that you ‘go all out’ with your romantic gestures, sending 50 roses can suggest unconditional or deeply significant love.

Unconditional Devotion: The Significance of 77 to 100 Roses

• 77 Roses: This number of roses can express ‘faith’ in your relationship and the feeling that the person you’re gifting is your everlasting soul mate.
• 88 Roses: If you owe someone a rather big apology, 88 roses can accompany your message. Let your card explain what you want to say.
• 99 Roses: You are the only one for me, and I’ll love you till death do us part.
• 100 Roses: A bouquet of 100 roses can signify that you will be with your lover till death and always remain devoted to them.

Make the meaning personal

You can give a bouquet your own meaning. Add a line to the card that tells the recipient why you chose it, especially if a number has a personal connection for you. You do not need to rely on the recipient knowing a particular rose tradition.

A few simple words can make your intention clear:

• “These roses are my way of saying thank you for being there.”
• “I chose these for you because I wanted to make today special.”

If the number marks an anniversary or a shared memory, mention that in the card. The meaning you choose together can be the most important part of the gift.

So, there you have it! If you’re thinking of giving roses to someone special, choose a number that feels right for your message. At Mr Roses, explore our Valentine’s Day gifts and roses to help you pick a gift for your love this Valentine’s Day.

For a celebration at another time of year, browse our anniversary flowers and roses. If you’re ready to choose a bouquet, our guide to choosing red roses by stem count and occasion covers the practical choices, so you can keep the message personal.