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Note that there are also "flower languages" which are really interesting, and I would strongly recommend paying attention to when sending flowers.

See for example Victorian flower language, etc.

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From what I understand, "flower language" is pretty old-fashioned, almost ancient, harking back to the days that one could not say some things out loud. In modern times, as I understand it, it's "anything goes". Even if you research the intricate, nuanced meanings of Victorian-era flower language, your recipient likely won't get the meaning.

Although, personally speaking, I associate red roses with romance and passion, but even this is tenuous nowadays. You can give red roses to anyone.

But I dunno. I still wouldn't give a single red rose to anyone I wasn't interested in romantically.

It's fun to learn about the different origins of flower meanings, and how they differ from culture to culture. Ikebana, Japanese flower arrangement, also has an interesting history for those who enjoy learning about the different aesthetic sensibilities, and maybe even try for themselves.

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