National Rose Month

National Rose Month Flowers are Fresh for Purchase at Steve’s Flowers and Gifts

Steve’s Flowers and Gifts offers the best farm fresh roses in Indianapolis

In case you were not aware, June is designated as National Rose Month. Steve’s Flowers and Gifts has been providing amazing roses in Indianapolis metro since 1973. We offer many other varieties of flowers as well. I was recently provided with a great article regarding roses that was written by the Chairman of the Society of American Florists. There is so much great information in the article, and it is so relevant for National Rose Month that I wanted to share it.

Roses are the most popular flower in the world, with over a billion stems sold annually. Over 250 million are produced for Valentine’s Day alone. They are popular because of their beautiful colors, shape and petal structure, as well as their lovely fragrance. While many landscape roses have 5 petals, hybrid tea roses, those produced for commercial cutting, can have up to 40 petals. Best of all, there are always new varieties to discover with over 150 rose species and thousands of fabulous cultivars.

June is National Rose Month, a perfect time for me to share with you some of my favorite varieties, not ranked, because they are simply too beautiful to pick a favorite.

Alabaster is a breathtaking, off-white rose with many soft, delicate petals.

Catalina warms my soul with creamy yellow petals that reveal sunshine as they open.

Ashley is a luscious pink rose that is not too pale and not too bold.

Juliet captivates me with a very interesting petal structure and perfect peach color.

Miyabi Wabara is a pink rose with a peach heart and wonderfully ruffled petals.

Free Spirit combines yellow, peach and pink in its countless petals. Just WOW!

I am often asked how to care for cut roses and respond with a few tips:

Keep the water clean. Bacteria is our primary enemy and you can limit bacterial growth by rinsing the vase daily and refilling with water.

Cut stems with a knife or very sharp pruners. Dull scissors will pinch the Xylem and Phloem closed and restrict the uptake of water.

Use the flower food provided by your florist. The old wives’ tales about aspirin and pennies are lore and not based on any science. The food is most essential during the first two water changes, so do not worry if you run out.

If a rose wilts prematurely, do not trash it. Simply give it a fresh cut and submerge the entire rose in warm water for an hour or so. It will rehydrate and look great for many additional days.

Fun fact: Most of the world’s cut roses are grown in the mountains of Colombia and Ecuador. The altitude and proximity to the Equator means lots of year-round sunshine and the perfect combination of temperature and humidity.

Also, please remember that an open rose is not necessarily an old rose. Advancements in growing technology mean growers can leave the stem attached to the plant longer for better health and bloom development.

Therefore, we can deliver a fully developed, open rose that will perform well in the vase for 6-10 days. If you get one, follow my care instructions and enjoy the rose in its most beautiful open stages.

This month I hope you will join me in experiencing the joy of roses, both as a giver and receiver. Happy Summer!

By Chris Drummond, AAF, PFCI

A third-generation florist, Chris grew up in Audubon, PA. He has been awarded Pennsylvania’s Florist of The Year, and currently serves as Chairman of the Society of American Florists.

Premium Quality Assorted Long Stem Roses

An assortment of the prettiest roses available accented with the most beautiful accent flower. Colors of roses will vary and will be chosen by our professional designers.

Steve’s Flowers and Gifts Offers Great Roses for National Rose Month

Steve’s Flowers offers the best farm fresh roses in Indianapolis, and they are available for Local Same Day & Express Flower Delivery Service. We purchase many of the roses we sell direct from flower farms. Buying roses direct ensures that our customers enjoy the finest, freshest, highest quality roses available.

Many of the roses we purchase come from Ecuador. There the rose plants enjoy the perfect blend of sunlight, soil conditions and rainfall. These perfect growing conditions produce roses that have longer stems and gorgeous large blooms. Every rose arrangement we sell is backed by our 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.

When you Send Flowers, Put Your Trust in Your Local, Family Owned, Indianapolis Florist, Steve’s Flowers and Gifts, For Efficient, Secure, And Dependable Service. We guarantee your satisfaction regardless of what you order. Our talented design staff can transform your vision into reality. We carry a complete line of gift items, plush, candy, balloons, and plants.

We specialize in parties, corporate event planning and weddings. We feature creative Remembrance Bouquets. We have 2 convenient locations, one in Indianapolis, Indiana, and one in Greenwood, Indiana. We have same day delivery on orders placed by noon.

Showstopper 50 Medium Stemmed Roses

Celebrate with this Showstopper of Roses featuring 50 medium stem, velvet red blooms professionally designed in a clear glass bowl with a tropical foliage treatment, accented with decorative greens.