Rose Day 2026: Why It’s Celebrated & Meaning of Every Rose Color Explained

Rose Day is the first day of Valentine's Week, leading up to Valentine's Day on February 14th, and is celebrated by exchanging roses to express emotions and feelings

The tradition of giving roses has historical roots, linked to Roman and Greek mythology where roses were associated with goddesses Venus and Aphrodite

During the Victorian era, the practice of floriography allowed people to convey emotions through roses, as verbal expression was often avoided

Rose Day has an Indian connection, as Nur Jahan, the wife of Mughal Emperor Jahangir, was known for her fondness for red roses, which the emperor often gifted her

Different colors of roses symbolize various emotions: red roses for romance, white for love and purity, orange for admiration, and yellow for friendship

Peach roses are considered symbols of simplicity, sincerity, and kindness, often given to express trust in a relationship

Blue roses convey sensitivity and emotions, allowing individuals to share their feelings more deeply with one another

Pink roses are associated with appreciation and care, often used to express gratitude or admiration in a relationship

Black roses are unique in that they are given for farewells, representing the end of a relationship or significant changes

Rose Day is not limited to romantic couples; anyone can participate by giving roses to express happiness and appreciation to others