The queen of flowers, rose is very beautiful and attractive. It grows in different colours like red, white, yellow, pink and other varieties. Small thorns on the stem protect the plant. In the world of art, poetry and literature, rose has been glorified as a symbol of love, compassion and eternal beauty. So it is one of the most commonly used flowers when gifting a bouquet or decorating a space with floral arrangements. Rose also has many beneficial properties. So they are used in many home remedies and self-care products. Rose is also the most beautifully fragrant flower, and its essence is also used in many cosmetic products like creams, soaps and perfumes. Interestingly, the rose is an edible flower so it lends itself to several recipes like rose milk or rose lassi, or even rose flavoured candy, chocolates and mithais. Roses stand out amongst all other beautiful and colourful flowers.
It’s believed that roses were first cultivated in southern China around 500-400 BC. Most of the roses grown today are hybrids and selections related to the native species originating in China. But the history of roses dates back much further, with fossil records that show that roses existed in Europe, Asia, and North America some 30 million years ago.
There are three main types of rose: Old Garden Roses, Wild Roses, and Modern Roses. Most of the roses found in today’s gardens are Modern Roses, which are bred for large flowers and continuous blooming throughout the season
