What Do Blue Roses Symbolize?

Mystery

• Roses do not naturally have blue pigment, and it is unclear how the blue rose first originated. The mystery behind its origin has evolved to become a symbolic meaning for the colored flower, according to a learning site called "Rose Meaning." To be given a blue rose is to say you are a character of mystery. There are hidden details about you that are difficult to understand or interpret by others.

Impossible

• The closest natural pigment color in a rose to blue is the lilac tones, according to "Rose File." Even though the lilac-colored rose has been confused by some with a blue rose, it is impossible to have a natural blue-colored rose. The "blue-colored roses are to be considered as the Holy Grail in the world of flowers," according to "Blue Flowers." The essence of its color creates the symbolic meaning of the impossible. To be given a blue rose is to say you are unattainable yet still desired.

Extraordinary

• "The blue rose being in itself something very extraordinary expresses that very same feeling," according to "Rose File." The blue rose is a rarity. To see or be given one is a treat that is meant to make you feel special and unique. You and the blue rose are viewed with great admiration and desired.

Caution

• The blue rose may connote negative feelings. Given the rarity of the flower and its unknown origin, there is much to be cautious about. According to "Blue Flowers," the blue rose is the sign for a "need to carefully tread into new territories." To be given a blue rose is to say you should take caution in all new opportunities, action and places.