Basic Information: Botanical Name: Rosa Hybrid,

Genus Pronunciation:ROH-za,

Common Relative: Apple, strawberry, pear, & pyracantha

Come from:

-60% of world’s roses are grown in Central & South America including Mexico, Colombia, Exuador, & Peru

-40% come from Europe,including Holland, Portugal, Spain, Italy, & Israel.

Fun facts:

-The rose is a symbol of the times. It’s the official National Floral Emblem of the United States.

-Rose bears no fruit, the rose hips (part of plant left after it is done blooming) contains more Vitamin C than most other fruits and vegetables.

-French first delivered roses in the 17 th century to North America.

-Oldest living rose is about 1,000 years old and continues to flourish today on the wall of the Hildeshiem Cathedral in Germany.

- Oldest domesticated flower known-existed 40 million years ago

Care:

-If delivered in box- open immediately and place in water

-Remove any leaves that are below the waterline when placed in the vase- may cause bacterial growth

-Extend life of roses- cut an inch from the bottom of the stem while holding it under water to prevent air from blocking the flow of water to the head of the bud

-Avoid dehydration- after placing flowers in a vase don’t put flowers close heating & cooling vents, appliances that give off heat, and direct sunlight

-Keep roses looking fresh add warm water to the vase everyday and keep vase full. Change water every 3to 4 days & re-cut the stems

-Pick off any discolored or drooping petals to keep looking fresh

Sources/References:

http://www.oakflowers.com/types_flowers.html

http://ww1.1800flowers.com/gift/val_rose_care.asp

http://ww1.1800flowers.com/gift/val_fun.asp

http://www.ndsu.nodak.edu

Contact Information:

For any comments or questions contact me:

Alisha O'Hara