The rose has been cultivated and admired for centuries. The symbol of the rose has a long history in the USA stemming as early as 1776. It was a time when the rich history of freedom in America started with the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution and the American Revolution.
The American people demonstrate their love for our country every day with nurtured home-grown flower gardens, florist shops and nurseries.
American families line the streets every year to see the magnificent Rose Parade’s floats of flowers. The fragrance wafts in through the crowd reminiscent of the love for the core values of our beloved country.
The rose has been a symbol of love, beauty, and patriotism in the USA for many years.
The first roses were brought to the country in the late 1700s and early 1800s by European settlers. They were used primarily for their medicinal properties and were grown in private gardens.
In 1842, the first commercial rose garden in the USA was established by a woman named Ellen Willmott.
Wilimott imported many rare and exotic roses from around the world and created a stunning garden in Newport, Rhode Island.
Today, there are thousands of rose gardens across the country, each with its unique history and beauty.
Of course, one of the most famous rose gardens is at America’s White House where our U.S. President resides.
It was at the beginning of the 20th century that a part of the White House property, which was used for stables, was transformed into a rose garden, although it grows more than just roses.
The rose has various symbolic meanings, depending on its color. For example, a red rose is a symbol of love, beauty and passion, while a white rose is a symbol of purity and innocence. Yellow roses are a symbol of friendship, and pink roses symbolize gratitude and appreciation.
National Rose Month is celebrated each year in the month of June. It’s the ideal month to celebrate them as they’re in full bloom during this season.
Bouquets of roses are often given as a gift on special occasions to show affection toward another person, such as on Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, graduations, dances, weddings, funerals…
—Nationalopedia and National Today ///