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# Flower Colour Meanings: A Complete Guide

> Flower colour carries its own message: red for love and passion, white for purity and sympathy, pink for gratitude and gentleness, yellow for friendship and…

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Flower colour carries its own message: **red for love and passion, white for purity and sympathy, pink for gratitude and gentleness, yellow for friendship and joy, purple for admiration, and blue for calm and trust**.

Colour often matters as much as the flower itself when choosing a gift.

Flower colour meanings at a glance

| Colour | What it signals | Good for |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Red | Love, passion | Anniversary, Valentine’s |
| White | Purity, sympathy | Weddings, condolences |
| Pink | Gratitude, gentleness | Thank you, Mother’s Day |
| Yellow | Friendship, joy | Get well, birthdays |
| Purple | Admiration, dignity | Congratulations, respect |
| Blue | Calm, trust | Encouragement, apology |

Tip

When unsure, pink and white suit almost any occasion; reserve red for romance and all-white for sympathy.

## Frequently asked questions

**What does each flower colour mean?+**

Red signals love, white purity, pink gratitude, yellow friendship, purple admiration, blue calm.

**What colour flowers are best for sympathy?+**

White and soft pastels are the traditional, respectful choice for condolences.

## Topics

[Flower Meanings](https://buyflowers.com.sg/category/flower-meaning.md)