Biography
The rose is often thought of as the queen of flowers, but why? Read here about what it has represented throughout history.
The Basics
The national flower of England has a rich symbolic history. Emblem of contending royal houses, symbol of secrecy, purity and love, appearing on the shirts of rugby union players or as the logo of the Labour Party, it has long been our favourite bloom. Roses are scattered through English poetry, and have their own language when exchanged between lovers, their varying colours carrying many different meanings.
The Rose: Past Present and Future
While the Irish have their shamrock, the Scots their thistle and the Welsh their leek and daffodil, England's national emblem is the rose. This is the Queen of Flowers, prized throughout history for its exquisite perfume and beautiful blooms.
