15 Gorgeous Ideas for Red Roses

Cultivated for more than 5,000 years, the rose is the granddaddy of them all when it comes to flower mythology. The red rose symbolizes love and beauty across many different cultures. A dozen may be the standard, but sending ten says “you’re perfect,” 15 is a plea for forgiveness, and 50 is a promise of unconditional love.

Winner of the James Alexander Gamble Rose Fragrance Medal in 1961, 'Crimson Glory' bears blooms of deep, velvety red. Displayed here in a child's wagon with other antique roses, 'Crimson Glory' is an easy-to-train climber. 

Grow floribunda 'Obsession' as a tree rose or bush. It matures to 3 ½ feet high by 3 feet wide, with vibrant red flowers and glossy, dark green leaves.

Red roses and greenery may feel too much like Christmas. Leave the leaves out for a simple and stunning bouquet.