What do the colors of the candy cane represent?

The candy cane is shaped like a "J" for Jesus and the staff of the "Good Shepard". The red-and-white stripes represent Christ's blood and purity. The three red stripes symbolizes the Holy Trinity. The hardness of the candy represent the Church's foundation on a solid rock. The peppermint flavor represents the use of hyssop, an herb referred to in the OldTestament. A half heart and when two are positioned together, you get the shape of the heart; representing, the heart and soul of love, while God is love. The sweetness represents the sweetness of love. Green candy canes?Lovely thoughts.