Roses carry a message, and that message changes between Western and Chinese traditions. Here’s a quick guide so you can choose the perfect bunch for the occasion and the person.
💡 Good to know: In Chinese tradition, avoid giving 4 roses — the number sounds like the word for “death” and is considered unlucky. And while white roses are a beautiful Western gift, they’re traditionally a funeral flower in Chinese culture, so red or pink is the safer choice for romance and celebrations.
Not sure what to choose? Our florists are happy to help. Call us on (07) 5632 8633 and we’ll guide you to the perfect roses for the occasion.
From our bench
A few years ago, a young man came into the shop before Valentine’s Day with a big plan. It was his first Valentine’s with his girlfriend, and he wanted to make it unforgettable. His solution? One hundred roses.
We arranged them, delivered them, and everything went perfectly. The surprise was a success, and his girlfriend was so overwhelmed she cried.
The following year he returned, this time deciding to be a little more sensible. Instead of 100 roses, he ordered 24.
The next day, he walked back in looking slightly concerned. The flowers had been well received, but not quite as well as the year before. His girlfriend had cried again, but for a completely different reason: she was convinced he didn’t love her as much anymore, because she’d received fewer roses than on their first Valentine’s.
He looked at us and said, “I think I’ve made a terrible mistake.” Then he ordered another 100-rose arrangement.
Ever since, he’s returned every Valentine’s Day for 100 roses. What started as a romantic gesture became a tradition he can never escape.
It’s one of our favourite reminders that sometimes the biggest challenge isn’t choosing the perfect flowers — it’s living up to your own success.
Honest answers to the questions we get most often.
With good care, a fresh bunch of roses lasts around 5 to 7 days, sometimes longer. Keep them out of direct sun and away from air-conditioning, change the water every couple of days, and they'll stay looking their best. Care instructions are included with every order.
Trim about a centimetre off the stems on an angle every couple of days, change the water regularly, remove any leaves sitting below the waterline, and keep them somewhere cool and out of direct sunlight. Small habits, big difference.
Each colour carries its own message: red for love and romance, pink for admiration and gratitude, white for purity and sympathy, yellow for friendship and joy, and orange for enthusiasm. Not sure which suits the occasion? Call us on (07) 5632 8633 and we'll guide you.
It depends on the message. A single rose says "you're the one," a dozen is the classic romantic gesture, two dozen says "I'm serious," and a hundred roses is the grand statement for a big milestone. We arrange everything from one stem to 100.
Yes. Order by 2pm and we deliver fresh roses across the Gold Coast the same day, with free delivery to all Gold Coast hospitals. Running late? Call us on (07) 5632 8633 and we'll do our best.
We carry red roses year-round, plus pink, white, yellow and seasonal shades depending on availability. If you're after a specific colour, leave a note at checkout or call ahead and we'll let you know what's freshest on the day.
Global demand for roses spikes dramatically in the lead-up to Valentine's Day, which lifts wholesale prices worldwide. We always pass on the best value we can, and ordering early helps you secure both a better price and your preferred colour.
Always. Every rose bouquet and arrangement is hand-tied the morning of delivery by our florists in Southport, never pre-made or sitting in a box. A real florist on the bench, the way we've done it since 1996.
Yes. You can add a vase, chocolates, a balloon or a personalised gift card at checkout, or call us on (07) 5632 8633 and we'll put a combo together. Browse our full bouquet range for more options.
Order by 2pm and we’ll deliver across the Gold Coast the same day. Running late? Call (07) 5632 8633 and we’ll try to make it happen.
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Roses are a classic flower gift, loved for their beauty and meaning, with each colour carrying its own message: red for love, pink for gratitude, white for purity and yellow for friendship. Flowers of Southport hand-arranges fresh rose bouquets on the Gold Coast in our Southport studio, from a single stem to 100 roses, with same-day delivery when you order by 2pm.
If you need delivery after 2pm, please contact us and we’ll do our best to assist. 📖 Helpful guide: How much does rose delivery cost on the Gold Coast?
