The first cultivated roses appeared in Asian gardens more than 5000 years ago. Sargon I, King of the Akkadians (2684-2630 B.C., ancient Mesopotamia) brought back from a military expedition "vines, figs and rose trees". Egyptian artists depicted roses in tombs dating from the 5th century BC to Cleopatra's time.
Rose: Love

White rose: I am worthy of your love, innocent love
Pink rose: Ours must be secret love
Red rose: Unity, romantic love
Deep-red rose: Admiration, bashful, embarrassment
Half-blown rose: Timid love
Full-blown rose: Engagement
Flower of the month: June
Rose is a Gemini flower