Roses are flowering shrubs that are usually found in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Roses are often used in Landscaping and home beautification because of their aesthetic qualities and pleasing appearance. The rose is one of the most popular flowers in the world, and has long been a symbol of love, desire, and friendship. As well as being a sacred symbol to the goddesses Isis and Aphrodite, the Rose is also often used as a symbol of the Virgin Mary.
Scientific Classifications
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Division: Magnoliophyta
- Class: Magnoliopsida
- Order: Rosales
- Family: Rosaceae
- Subfamily: Rosoideae
- Genus: Rosa
Quotes
- "What's in a name? That which we call a rose/By any other name would smell as sweet" - William Shakespeare
- "O, my love's like a red, red rose/That's newly sprung in June" - Robert Burns
Roses Gardening Tips
- Mahalo's Guide to Gardening
- Rose Magazine: Rose Gardening FAQ's
- All-America Rose Selections: Gardening with Roses - Seasonal Guide
- Organic Rose Gardening
Roses Retailers
Online Rose Florists
- Mahalo's Guide to Online Florists
- 1-800-FLOWERS: Roses
- FTD: Roses
- ProFlowers: Roses
- Teleflora: Rose Bouquets
- Flowerbud.com: Luxury Roses
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Fast Facts
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Name originates from Latin word "rosa"
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There are over 100 species of wild roses
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Rose stems actually have [http
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Most rose flowers have 5 petals
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National flower of England and the United States
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Rose Hips are eaten for their Vitamin C
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