Defining a Rose
October 30th, 2006 Posted in Wedding Planning and IdeasOn your quest for the perfect rose, you may have noticed several terms used to define roses. The All-American Rose Society has identified over 16,000 roses and divided them into categories. Although over 50 official types of categories may be necessary for commercial growers and sellers, the average person should become familiar with a few of the most common. Knowing the following terms will ease the pains for searching for the perfect rose for your upcoming wedding or special event.
Garden Rose. Garden Roses are also known as “old fashion roses,” perhaps because roses belonging to this category have existed prior to 1867. Many of these scented beauties have managed to survive hundreds of years due to their popularity. Known for their bushy, open heads and classic scent, these roses are more delicate than the hybrid tea roses. For the bride drawn to this flower, be prepared to increase your budget, for high prices are often paid for these rare beauties.
Floribunda, Landscape and Climbing Roses. Each of these rose types is commonly associated with landscape and garden designs. Floribunda roses are the most colorful of all the rose types. Perfect for flower and plant beds, these roses are bushy shrubs with clusters of blooms. Similarly, the Landscape Rose is also a shrub. These roses grow close to the ground and often grow outward, covering the ground with its attractive blooms. Climbing roses are the vertical form of bush roses. As their names suggest, these roses are found climbing landscaping apparatuses such as trellises, fences or pillars. Each of these rose types would serve as a perfect addition to any home, garden or outdoor landscape.
Hybrid Tea Rose. These are the modern roses that have captivated people since the 1860s. To achieve their classic shape, hybrid roses are grown in greenhouses. Hybrids have a single bloom that rests on a long slender stem. These roses are known for their high centers, variety of colors and thick, velvety petals. One thing that they are not known for is their scent. These roses reach only a subtle scent, if any at all. To achieve perfection, hybrids are grown in greenhouses. While many varieties are available year round, some will reach their peaks at different seasons. If planning a wedding or special event, its best to select a variety that is at its peak. As we all know, these roses look stunning alone or in bunches. Florists agree. Hybrids are the most commonly used roses in floral shops throughout the country.
Spray Rose. Similar to the hybrid tea rose, spray roses are also commercially grown. Compared to hybrid roses, spray roses have several smaller heads on each stem. They are often used to fill out arrangements and may even be placed along side the larger hybrid rose. Both roses are available in similar colors and designs, making them popular roses for weddings bouquets and table centerpieces.