Highness – the world's most beautiful rose

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Sunshine per day: 12 hours
Flower head: 9 - 10 cm
Flower size: 50 - 55 mm

Petals: Ø 30 - 35 pieces
Stem length: 60 - 90 cm

Certified: Fairtrade
Place of growth: 2,685 m above sea level

Origin

The bright light and warmth of the African sun, combined with the altitude around Mount Kenya, contribute to the opulence and elegance of this rose.

It is no coincidence that this specially developed rose is called Highness. It is grown on a Fairtrade certified farm at 2,865 metres above sea level, the highest farm in Kenya. The ideal production conditions there ensure that 'Highness' roses reach a stem length of up to 90 centimetres and are characterised by their stunning head size and long vase life.

The beauty and outstanding quality of the 'Highness' rose make it something very special. Try this unique variety for yourself - available exclusively from selected retailers!

The Highness Fairtrade rose was bred by Dutch breeder De Ruiter after many years of intensive selection. It is grown on two Fairtrade certified farms in Kenya, which are involved in a wide range of social and environmental projects: Bellissima and Siraji. Both are located on Mt. Kenya at around 2,400 metres above sea level - the altitude makes for particularly colourful flowers.

Bellissima

The Bellissima farm covers an area of 30 hectares. Large-headed roses, known as 'tea hybrids', are grown here. Highness, with 13 hectares, accounts for the largest proportion of production. The farm has been Fairtrade certified since December 2018. One of the projects supported by the Fairtrade premium is the construction of new classrooms at a nearby school. Other projects are in the pipeline.

Siraji

The Siraji farm has a total area of 25 hectares. Of this, 3 hectares are used to grow Highness. It has been Fairtrade certified since its inception. The Fairtrade premium has already been used for a number of projects, including equipping a nearby hospital with an X-ray unit and providing a hot meal every day for around 500 schoolchildren.

Care tips

Make sure the vase - especially the inside - is really clean.

Put it in the dishwasher or rinse it thoroughly with warm water and washing-up liquid.

Use the preservative supplied by your Fleurop florist. It will give your roses "food" and also slow down the formation of bacteria.

Remove any leaves sticking out into the water. These will accelerate the natural process of wilting.

Leave the binding point of your Highness bouquet closed. This will keep your roses in better shape, both aesthetically and conditionally.

Cut Your Highness roses diagonally with a sharp knife or rose scissors and place in water immediately.

The water should be room temperature.

The ideal location for your roses is a cool spot without direct sunlight.

Do not place Highness roses near fruit as this will release the ripening gas ethylene, which will cause the roses to wilt more quickly.

Keep an eye on the water level in the vase and change it regularly - this will help you enjoy your roses for longer. Don't forget to add a freshener.

Highness moments

The I-love-you moment

One look, one hit - butterflies in your stomach. The first kiss, many unforgettable hours and a life that couldn't be better. You want the whole world to hear: I love you! Highness Roses are the amplifiers for life's special messages.

The marriage proposal

You are sure that you have found your soul mate and would like to seal your love with marriage. A marriage proposal requires not only the right moment, an intimate place and the right words, but also Highness roses that are as special as your love.

The anniversary

Seemingly endless minutes of not being together, months of living together become years of love and a partnership that you cherish. The anniversary is a special day to honour and celebrate. Royal roses round off this day of togetherness.

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