The elegant
appearance of the long stemmed rose has made it one of the most
popular flowers in existence. As the classic symbol for love, long
stemmed red roses have become the preferred choice for romantic
occasions.
Long stemmed roses are also available in a variety of other colors, which makes them a
fitting gift for a multitude of occasions. Their long, rigid stems
make them ideal for arrangement and presentation in a vase, which
has helped them become the favored rose for most cut flower
arrangements.
Long stemmed roses, as we know them today, are typically variants
of a classification of rose known as the Hybrid Tea. These roses
originated in the 1800’s when, for the first time, roses newly
introduced from China were cross-bred with European roses. The
results were so revolutionary that the advent of the Hybrid Tea rose
is generally regarded as the turning point between Old Garden Roses
and Modern Roses. These long stemmed roses with large single blooms
combined the pleasing scent of the tea rose with the ability to
bloom repeatedly throughout the year. They also introduced a whole
new range of colors to the palette. They quickly grew in popularity
and are now the roses most often used to express our heart-felt
sentiments to our loved ones.
Long stemmed roses are special because of the meanings we
associate with them. They carry a wealth of significance that adds
to their already impressive appearance. The traditional message of a
bouquet of long stemmed roses is, “I will remember you always.” They
can also be used to communicate to someone, “I still love you.” And
of course, a bouquet of long stemmed red roses is the ultimate
expression of true love. They can represent a love that runs deep
and is long-lasting. A long stem rose bouquet can express that extra
bit of love and gratitude to someone who is extra special.
As one of the most highly prized and sought-after types of
flower, the long stem rose enjoys a unique position within the world
of roses. South American roses in particular have emerged as some of
the finest roses available. While roses have not been found to be
indigenous to this region, the climate has proven to be ideal for
producing roses with extra long stems and large beautiful blooms.
Ecuadorian roses have set a new standard throughout the floral
community. Long stemmed roses will no doubt continue to evolve and
flourish, and the enormous weight of their significance will not
soon be lost. Whether a single stem is used to convey a message of
elegant simplicity, or a dozen are arranged in a breath-taking
bouquet, it is difficult to match the impact of the long stemmed
rose.