There is no such thing as the standard red rose. There are so many different varieties, each with its own story and strong characteristics. Our rose specialist has made a list for you for Valentine’s Day.

Dutch red roses
Dutch roses are renowned for their excellent vase life. Three varieties stand out:

Red Naomi
Characteristics: The Red Naomi is known for its warm shade of red and soft velvety hues. It has long stems and excellent transport properties.
Flower size: 9 – 14 cm
Length: 50 – 90 cm
Vase life: 14 days

Red Eagle
Characteristics: This red rose is known for its bright, flame-red colour, which does not fade at all during the flowering period.
Flower size: 10 – 12 cm
Length: 50 – 90 cm
Vase life: 10 – 12 days

Testarossa
Characteristics: The Testarossa is as red as the Ferrari Testarossa. It is known for its long lengths of 80 – 90 cm.
Flower size: 5.5 cm +
Length: 80 – 90 cm
Vase life: 10 – 12 days

Kenyan roses
Kenyan roses grow in a warmer climate and the nurseries are often situated in elevated positions. This allows the roses to grow more steadily, resulting in roses with a nice thick stem.

Rhodos
Characteristics: Rhodos is definitely one of the top ten rose varieties. This rose has a bright red colour.
Flower size: 5 – 6.5 cm
Length: 40 – 90 cm
Vase life: 8 – 10 days

Ever Red
Characteristics: Ever Red is a fairly new variety but is able to hold its own against the more established varieties. The flower has a bright red colour and an elongated shape.
Flower size: 5 – 6.5 cm
Length: 40 – 80 cm
Vase life: 8 – 10 days

Red Ribbon
Characteristics: The Red Ribbon is a smaller red rose variety that is perfect for bouquets.
Flower size: 4 cm +
Length: 35 – 70 cm
Vase life: 10 – 12 days

Madam Red
Characteristics: Madam Red is a gorgeous burgundy rose.
Flower size: 4.5 cm +
Length: 40 – 90 cm
Vase life: 8 – 10 days

Ecuador
The red roses from Ecuador grow on the equator and often high in the mountains. This is the ideal climate for growing top-quality roses. That means thick stems, large flowers and even more intense colours.

Freedom
Characteristics: Freedom distinguishes itself with its bright red colour and long, slender head.
Flower size: 6.5 cm
Length: 50 – 90 cm
Vase life: 18 days

Explorer
Characteristics: The star-shaped Explorer rose has a darker colour than the Freedom rose.
Flower size: 5 – 6 cm
Length: 60 – 90 cm
Vase life: 18 days

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