Roses

The Origin of Roses

Roses (scientific name: Rosa) are a plant species belonging to the Rosaceae family, originating from the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, particularly Europe, North America, and Asia. According to ancient documents, roses appeared about 35 million years ago and were domesticated by humans over 5,000 years ago.

The ancient Egyptians grew roses to make perfumes and for religious rituals. In ancient Greece and Rome, roses symbolized love and beauty, often associated with the goddess Aphrodite or Venus. Meanwhile, in the East, roses also appear in poetry, painting, and traditional festivals as a noble flower.

Today, thanks to breeding processes, roses now have thousands of varieties with diverse colors and shapes, adapting to many different climatic conditions worldwide.

The Meaning of Roses

Roses are not only beautiful flowers but also convey many emotional messages through their colors. Each color of rose expresses a specific meaning, suitable for different occasions and purposes.

Red Roses – A Symbol of Passionate Love

Red roses are the traditional symbol of fiery love and passion. Giving red roses expresses a sincere confession or deep love. Therefore, this flower is essential for occasions such as Valentine's Day, anniversaries, or weddings.

White Roses – Purity and Innocence

White roses symbolize purity, innocence, and loyalty. This flower is often chosen for weddings or formal events, expressing respect and heartfelt wishes.

White roses – Purity and innocence

Yellow Roses – Friendship and Joy

Yellow roses represent lasting friendship, joy, and happiness. They are the perfect gift for friends or loved ones on birthdays, graduations, or simply to spread positive energy.

Yellow roses – Friendship and joy

Pink Roses – Sweetness and Femininity

Pink roses express grace, tenderness, and gratitude. Depending on their shade, pink roses can convey admiration, thanks, or gentle, budding affection.

Pink roses – Sweetness and femininity

Orange Roses – Enthusiasm and Desire

With their warm color, orange roses represent passion, energy, and desire. These are the perfect choice when you want to encourage someone or express profound admiration.

Orange roses – Enthusiasm and desire

Purple Roses – Mystery and Charm

Purple roses are rarer but highly loved for their elegance and unique meaning. They symbolize love at first sight, enchantment, and mysterious beauty.

Purple roses – Mystery and charm

Types of Roses in Vietnam

Vietnam is a country with a tropical monsoon climate, but many regions such as Da Lat, Sapa, Lao Cai, Hanoi... have favorable conditions to grow and develop many beautiful rose varieties. Below are some popular types of roses in Vietnam:

1. Ancient Roses

Ancient roses are those old rose varieties that have been cultivated for several decades to hundreds of years. Some notable ancient rose varieties in Vietnam include:

• Sapa Ancient Rose: Blooms year-round, has a light pink color, and a gentle fragrance.
• Hai Phong Ancient Rose: Large flowers, thick petals, very prominent deep red color.
• Van Khoi Ancient Rose: Flowers with smooth layered petals, light pink color, offering an elegant beauty.

Ancient roses are not only beautiful but also have a hardy life with good disease resistance, suitable for Vietnam's climatic conditions.

2. Foreign Roses

In recent years, foreign rose varieties imported from England, France, Japan, the USA… have been very popular due to their unique beauty and alluring fragrance. Some popular foreign rose varieties include:

• Juliet Rose (UK): Petals layered like lotus petals, light orange, with a fruity scent.
• Red Eden (France): Large flowers, ruby red, with a strong fragrance.
• David Austin Rose: A collection of roses from a famous global brand, consisting of many varieties with large flowers, thick petals, blooming in either a cup or rosette form.

However, foreign roses often require higher care techniques, needing loose, well-draining soil, stable moisture, and suitable light.

3. Climbing Roses

Climbing roses are varieties of plants capable of climbing along trellises or walls, suitable for decorating balconies, gates, fences... Some favored climbing roses include:

• Wall Climbing Rose: Fast-growing plant, flowers bloom in dense clusters.
• Hai Phong Ancient Climbing Rose: Thick petals, blooms frequently in summer and autumn.
• Foreign Climbing Rose Abraham Darby: Large flowers, strong fragrance, orange-pink gradually turning yellow.

Climbing roses not only create beautiful landscapes but also bring a romantic, poetic space to your home.

4. Mini and Bonsai Roses

Mini roses are small in size, often grown in pots to decorate work desks, balconies, or as gifts. Bonsai roses are artistically shaped, carrying high aesthetic and feng shui meanings.

Though small, these rose varieties still retain the full beauty and characteristic fragrance of roses.