| Alexandra Farms Garden Rose |
Garden Roses
In the world of gardening everyone knows what is a garden rose. When it comes to the fresh cut flower business the only
roses that have been mass produced are modern hybrid teas.
Unknown to many floral designers and the public, fresh cut garden roses are now available (in small quantity) to the
American Market.
These roses have lost in most cases the fragrance and that old look found in the Renoir Painting on the right.
Thanks to David Austin hybridizing teas with floribundas, that "old look" was achieved. The fragrance is back.
Following Austin success, Alexandra Farms scouted the world to find the most unique types of garden roses and have now
become the largest producer of fresh cut roses in the world. We buy from both growers.
These are the most expensive fresh cut roses in the market. Their glamorous look and fragrance makes it worth a try.
You don't have to be a millionaire or a King to purchase them, just a "Romantic".
LOCAL DELIVERY ONLY
In the world of gardening everyone knows what is a garden rose. When it comes to the fresh cut flower business the only
roses that have been mass produced are modern hybrid teas.
Unknown to many floral designers and the public, fresh cut garden roses are now available (in small quantity) to the
American Market.
These roses have lost in most cases the fragrance and that old look found in the Renoir Painting on the right.
Thanks to David Austin hybridizing teas with floribundas, that "old look" was achieved. The fragrance is back.
Following Austin success, Alexandra Farms scouted the world to find the most unique types of garden roses and have now
become the largest producer of fresh cut roses in the world. We buy from both growers.
These are the most expensive fresh cut roses in the market. Their glamorous look and fragrance makes it worth a try.
You don't have to be a millionaire or a King to purchase them, just a "Romantic".
LOCAL DELIVERY ONLY
| Modern Hybrid Red Rose |
About Garden Roses
Many thousands of rose hybrids and cultivars have been bred and selected for garden use; most are double-flowered with many or all of the stamens having mutated into additional petals. In the early 19th century the
Empress Josephine of France patronized the development of rose breeding at her gardens at Malmaison.
As long ago as 1840 a collection numbering over one thousand different cultivars, varieties and species was possible when a rosarium was planted by Loddiges nursery for Abney Park Cemetery, an early Victorian garden
cemetery and arboretum in England.
Twentieth-century rose breeders generally emphasized size and colour, producing large, attractive blooms with little or no scent. Many wild and "old-fashioned" roses, by contrast, have a strong sweet scent.
There is no single system of classification for garden roses. In general, however, roses are placed in one of three main groups: Wild, Old Garden, and Modern Garden roses.
David Austin Roses
Although not officially recognized as a separate class of roses by any established rose authority, English (aka David Austin) roses are often set aside as such by consumers and retailers alike.
Development started in the 1960s by David Austin of Shropshire, England, who wanted to rekindle interest in Old Garden Roses by hybridizing them with modern hybrid teas and floribundas. The idea was to create a
new group of roses that featured blooms with old-fashioned shapes and fragrances, evocative of classic gallica, alba and "damask" roses, but with modern repeat-blooming characteristics and the larger modern colour range
as well.
Austin mostly succeeded in his mission; his tribe of "English" roses, now numbering hundreds of varieties, has been warmly embraced by the gardening public and are widely available to consumers. David Austin roses are
still actively developed, with new varieties released regularly.
Many thousands of rose hybrids and cultivars have been bred and selected for garden use; most are double-flowered with many or all of the stamens having mutated into additional petals. In the early 19th century the
Empress Josephine of France patronized the development of rose breeding at her gardens at Malmaison.
As long ago as 1840 a collection numbering over one thousand different cultivars, varieties and species was possible when a rosarium was planted by Loddiges nursery for Abney Park Cemetery, an early Victorian garden
cemetery and arboretum in England.
Twentieth-century rose breeders generally emphasized size and colour, producing large, attractive blooms with little or no scent. Many wild and "old-fashioned" roses, by contrast, have a strong sweet scent.
There is no single system of classification for garden roses. In general, however, roses are placed in one of three main groups: Wild, Old Garden, and Modern Garden roses.
David Austin Roses
Although not officially recognized as a separate class of roses by any established rose authority, English (aka David Austin) roses are often set aside as such by consumers and retailers alike.
Development started in the 1960s by David Austin of Shropshire, England, who wanted to rekindle interest in Old Garden Roses by hybridizing them with modern hybrid teas and floribundas. The idea was to create a
new group of roses that featured blooms with old-fashioned shapes and fragrances, evocative of classic gallica, alba and "damask" roses, but with modern repeat-blooming characteristics and the larger modern colour range
as well.
Austin mostly succeeded in his mission; his tribe of "English" roses, now numbering hundreds of varieties, has been warmly embraced by the gardening public and are widely available to consumers. David Austin roses are
still actively developed, with new varieties released regularly.
David Austin fresh cut roses guide.
David Austin's garden roses are cut at a slightly later stage than ordinary roses, allowing them to ripen for longer on
the plant. Delivered as large, slightly open buds, the roses continue to open over several days to reveal their beautiful,
full, cupped and rosette forms.
Each rose has a unique character and opens in a slightly different way.
The roses gradually opens to reveal all the many petals hidden within the bud. The rose continues to open out fully
until a cluster of golden stamens can be seen in the heart of the rose. On the right is Darcey the newest varieties being
grown. Available only in very limited quantities.
Guard petals
David Austin's garden roses have thicker outer petals, which are known as 'guard petals'. It is rare to see these in cut
roses as they are often stripped away. These outer petals play an important role as they help to protect the many delicately-furled inner petals. They will gradually turn back
and become hidden as the flower opens to reveal its old rose shape.
If, as you are admiring your roses, you notice that any of the guard petals is damaged, simply grasp it firmly at the base and remove it. There are so many petals in a David
Austin rose that a few would never be missed. This extra care is optional, but will help to keep your flowers looking fresh for longer, particularly as the outer petals, being the
oldest, tend to age first.
David Austin's roses are very different - not only from ordinary roses, but also different from each other. Each variety has its own distinctive character and charm. This can be
seen even in the finest details, including the character of the outer guard petals.
The streaked, green coloration on the guard petals of Miranda is a beautiful, natural characteristic of the rose. The guard petals are highly distinctive - thicker, wavier, and
often of slightly different sizes. The overall effect is very decorative, reminiscent of a parrot tulip.
Juliet has large, palest apricot guard petals that give an extra dimension to the rose, providing a beautiful contrast of color and form compared to the shorter, more brightly
colored inner petals. These outer petals can be completely removed if required as the rose ages.
The guard petals of Darcey are similar to those of a modern rose. They will gradually turn back as the rose opens and rarely need to be removed.
Scented roses often have an abundance of very thin petals. Patience is a rose of this nature, with very many outer guard petals. As the guard petals of this rose are rather more
delicate than average, they are more likely to become slightly creased on the edges during transit. Once the roses have arrived at their destination, we recommend that most of
the outer guard petals are removed. This will help the rose to open fully, revealing a beautiful rosette shape. You may need to remove quite a few petals, but don't worry - the
rose will look absolutely stunning once it has opened.
The guard petals of Phoebe have a beautiful gossamer character, creating an effect rather like a poppy. We suggest that the guard petals are left on throughout the life of the
rose if possible.
Cymbeline has large guard petals which gradually pale in color as the bloom develops, becoming a very attractive shade of lilac on the reverse of the petals. These petals
should be removed only if they become damaged.
Rosalind has large outer guard petals which protectively encircle the fat, globular buds. The guard petals may sometimes hold on to the bud and prevent the bloom from
opening. Removing them will encourage the rose to open fully to reveal its glorious peony-like form.
David Austin's garden roses are cut at a slightly later stage than ordinary roses, allowing them to ripen for longer on
the plant. Delivered as large, slightly open buds, the roses continue to open over several days to reveal their beautiful,
full, cupped and rosette forms.
Each rose has a unique character and opens in a slightly different way.
The roses gradually opens to reveal all the many petals hidden within the bud. The rose continues to open out fully
until a cluster of golden stamens can be seen in the heart of the rose. On the right is Darcey the newest varieties being
grown. Available only in very limited quantities.
Guard petals
David Austin's garden roses have thicker outer petals, which are known as 'guard petals'. It is rare to see these in cut
roses as they are often stripped away. These outer petals play an important role as they help to protect the many delicately-furled inner petals. They will gradually turn back
and become hidden as the flower opens to reveal its old rose shape.
If, as you are admiring your roses, you notice that any of the guard petals is damaged, simply grasp it firmly at the base and remove it. There are so many petals in a David
Austin rose that a few would never be missed. This extra care is optional, but will help to keep your flowers looking fresh for longer, particularly as the outer petals, being the
oldest, tend to age first.
David Austin's roses are very different - not only from ordinary roses, but also different from each other. Each variety has its own distinctive character and charm. This can be
seen even in the finest details, including the character of the outer guard petals.
The streaked, green coloration on the guard petals of Miranda is a beautiful, natural characteristic of the rose. The guard petals are highly distinctive - thicker, wavier, and
often of slightly different sizes. The overall effect is very decorative, reminiscent of a parrot tulip.
Juliet has large, palest apricot guard petals that give an extra dimension to the rose, providing a beautiful contrast of color and form compared to the shorter, more brightly
colored inner petals. These outer petals can be completely removed if required as the rose ages.
The guard petals of Darcey are similar to those of a modern rose. They will gradually turn back as the rose opens and rarely need to be removed.
Scented roses often have an abundance of very thin petals. Patience is a rose of this nature, with very many outer guard petals. As the guard petals of this rose are rather more
delicate than average, they are more likely to become slightly creased on the edges during transit. Once the roses have arrived at their destination, we recommend that most of
the outer guard petals are removed. This will help the rose to open fully, revealing a beautiful rosette shape. You may need to remove quite a few petals, but don't worry - the
rose will look absolutely stunning once it has opened.
The guard petals of Phoebe have a beautiful gossamer character, creating an effect rather like a poppy. We suggest that the guard petals are left on throughout the life of the
rose if possible.
Cymbeline has large guard petals which gradually pale in color as the bloom develops, becoming a very attractive shade of lilac on the reverse of the petals. These petals
should be removed only if they become damaged.
Rosalind has large outer guard petals which protectively encircle the fat, globular buds. The guard petals may sometimes hold on to the bud and prevent the bloom from
opening. Removing them will encourage the rose to open fully to reveal its glorious peony-like form.
| Garden Roses one dozen with vase $80 Half dozen in vase $50.00 (local delivery only) |
| Garden Roses one dozen with vase $80 Half dozen in vase $50.00 (local delivery only) |
| Half dozen in vase $50.00 (local delivery only) |
| Garden Roses one dozen with vase $80 Half dozen in vase $50.00 |
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