Yeah, yeah. So it's a little late in the month, but heck,Its National Rose Month, JUNE that is...
As of November 20th, 1986 the rose was designated as the national floral emblem of the United States
Some interesting facts about roses:
1. George Washington the first president of the US was also the first rose breeder in the country
2. In 1994, more than 1.2 billion roses were bought by American flower buyers.
3. The rose is native to the US. The oldest focillized imprint of a rose was found on a slate deposit in Florisant, Colorado. It is estimated to be 35 millions years old!!!
4. Nearly 900 acres of greenhouse area is dedicated to the production of fresh-cut roses in the US
5. One acre of rose-producing greenhouses in the US is valued at about $1 million (inclusing the value of the land, structure and the plants)
6. The principal occasions for which Americans purchase roses are Valentine's Day, Mother's day and Christmas.
Here are some secrest to making fresh-cut roses last longer:
1. Be sure to re-cut the stems if they are not delivered in a vase of a container with water. If you do not re-cut the stems, the roses cannot take in water and will likely die within a few hours. Cut the bottom at least 1/2-inch off at an angle, with a clean knife.
2. Use a clean container with clean water, adding the floral preservatives that is usually provided with your purchase. Follow package directions for proper water-to-food ratio. Be sure any leavs that fall below the water line are removed ( leaves in the water promote bacteria, which decreases the longevity of the roses)
3. Place roses in your home, avoiding direct sunlight, drafts and extreme heat of cold.
4. Clean vase every 2 to 3 days wih hot soapy water and a small amount of bleach. Rinse. Add water. Recut stems as above and enjoy!!!
As of November 20th, 1986 the rose was designated as the national floral emblem of the United States
Some interesting facts about roses:
1. George Washington the first president of the US was also the first rose breeder in the country
2. In 1994, more than 1.2 billion roses were bought by American flower buyers.
3. The rose is native to the US. The oldest focillized imprint of a rose was found on a slate deposit in Florisant, Colorado. It is estimated to be 35 millions years old!!!
4. Nearly 900 acres of greenhouse area is dedicated to the production of fresh-cut roses in the US
5. One acre of rose-producing greenhouses in the US is valued at about $1 million (inclusing the value of the land, structure and the plants)
6. The principal occasions for which Americans purchase roses are Valentine's Day, Mother's day and Christmas.
Here are some secrest to making fresh-cut roses last longer:
1. Be sure to re-cut the stems if they are not delivered in a vase of a container with water. If you do not re-cut the stems, the roses cannot take in water and will likely die within a few hours. Cut the bottom at least 1/2-inch off at an angle, with a clean knife.
2. Use a clean container with clean water, adding the floral preservatives that is usually provided with your purchase. Follow package directions for proper water-to-food ratio. Be sure any leavs that fall below the water line are removed ( leaves in the water promote bacteria, which decreases the longevity of the roses)
3. Place roses in your home, avoiding direct sunlight, drafts and extreme heat of cold.
4. Clean vase every 2 to 3 days wih hot soapy water and a small amount of bleach. Rinse. Add water. Recut stems as above and enjoy!!!
