Garden Rose - PEACH & APRICOT - Roald Dahl 50cm - (10 stems)

Pure Peach Perfection

Meet Roald Dahl, an absolute masterpiece of a garden rose that is bound to bring pure joy to your floristry bench. We are extremely lucky to be able to offer our customers these exceptional, locally grown British beauties. Boasting magnificent peach and apricot tones, this coveted variety features beautifully cupped rosette petals that unfurl into an opulent, layered bloom. Complete with a delightful, fruity tea scent and a robust personality, it’s the ultimate choice for romantic, English-country-garden designs.

Fresh British Garden Rose Care & Conditioning

To get the absolute best vase life from your British-grown garden roses, a little professional care goes a long way. Because these are authentic, field-grown blooms, they have a fleeting and delicate lifespan once cut. To guarantee they arrive safely, your roses are hand-wrapped in protective greaseproof paper and dispatched fresh from local fields. They will arrive as a mix of a few open flowers and plenty of tight, fresh buds.

Follow these essential conditioning steps immediately upon delivery:

• The Golden Rule (Debudding): Because these roses move quickly, you will likely see a few fully opened flowers on arrival. Always gently debud (remove) these open flowers first. Removing the dominant, open blooms redirects the stem's energy and encourages the remaining tight buds to open beautifully.
• Clean and Snip: Give the stems a clean, diagonal snip with sharp shears to maximize water uptake.
• Strip the Foliage: Strip any lower foliage or thorns that would sit beneath the water line to prevent bacterial growth.
• Hydrate and Condition: Plunge the stems straight into deep, clean water conditioned with professional flower food. See all our conditioning products here.
• Rest: Keep them wrapped in their greaseproof paper in a cool, dark room for a few hours to hydrate fully before styling. Always keep them away from direct heat, bright sunlight, or drafts to prevent premature opening.

Locally Grown Wholesale Roses for Weddings & Events

What makes the Roald Dahl rose an absolute dream for florists. Aside from its stunning coloration and nostalgic fragrance, its stems are remarkably near-thornless. This makes them incredibly easy to handle during high-pressure wedding work and event styling. Their soft, warm apricot tones blend seamlessly with cream, blush, soft terracottas, and sage green foliage. Grown sustainably right here in the UK, they offer that authentic, freshly-picked movement that imported roses simply cannot replicate.

Florist Fast Facts

Please note: To keep your blooms safe in transit and extend their vase life, our garden roses are cut fresh and delivered in bud.