February 7 marks Rose Day, starting Valentine's week.

Victorians exchanged roses to convey unspoken feelings.

Different colored roses symbolize various emotions.

Different colored roses symbolize various emotions.

Roses have a rich history dating back 5,000 years.

Originally a luxury, roses later became symbols of love.

Despite past associations with war, roses represent companionship.

Giving a rose is a timeless gesture of love.