Rose Bouquets in Nairobi

Kenyan roses, hand-tied in Nairobi

Here’s a fun fact. A lot of the roses sold in European florists? Grown right here in Kenya.

Long, straight stems. Big heads. Rich colour. That’s what Kenyan roses are known for. We take fresh stems from Kenyan growers and hand-tie them into bouquets for every occasion. One stem or 100. Then we deliver them across Nairobi.

Why Kenyan roses are special

Our flower farms sit high up near the equator. Around Lake Naivasha. On the slopes of Mount Kenya.

Cool nights, strong sun and the same day length all year. Roses grow slowly here, and slow growth gives you thick stems, big heads and colour that lasts. That’s why Kenyan roses fly to Europe and the Middle East every single day.

Buying in Nairobi means you get that same quality, close to the farm. Cut fresh. Far less time in transit. Lucky us.

Rose bouquet sizes

Rose colours and meanings

• Red: love and passion. Partners, anniversaries, Valentine’s Day.
• Pink: admiration and gentle affection. Mums, friends, thank yous.
• White: purity, respect, new beginnings. Weddings, sympathy, fresh starts.
• Yellow: friendship and joy. Friends, colleagues, congratulations.
• Peach and orange: warmth and enthusiasm. Thank yous and celebrations.
• Mixed and two-tone: fun and personal. Birthdays, or when you just can’t pick one.

Rose bouquet styles

• Classic hand-tied in paper with a ribbon.
• Roses with baby’s breath for that soft, cloudy look.
• Flower boxes and heart boxes packed with roses, ready to display. See flower boxes.
• Roses in a vase or basket for hospitals, or homes without a vase.
• Roses with chocolates, wine or a teddy. See gift hampers.

Spray roses and specialty varieties

Long-stemmed roses get the attention. But they’re only part of the story.

Spray roses carry lots of small blooms on one stem. They give bouquets and bridal flowers a soft, garden feel. Two-tone roses, with petals edged in a second colour, make birthday bouquets more playful. Pale cream, blush and champagne are wedding favourites.

Got a specific colour or variety in mind? Message us. We’ll tell you what our growers have that week.

Roses for every occasion

Roses work for almost anything. Red leads for anniversaries and romance and Valentine’s Day. Pink and mixed are birthday favourites, see birthday flowers. White sits at the heart of wedding flowers and sympathy tributes. Yellow says congratulations and thank you.

How to make roses last

1. Trim the stems 2 to 3 cm at an angle with a sharp knife or scissors.
2. Strip the leaves that would sit under the water.
3. Clean vase, fresh cool water.
4. Change the water every two days and trim again.
5. Keep them cool. Out of direct sun, away from the fruit bowl.
6. Drooping head? Re-cut the stem and stand it in deep water for a few hours.

Look after them and Kenyan roses last a week or more.

Choosing a good rose bouquet

Buying roses anywhere? Check three things. Firm heads just starting to open. Straight green stems. Fresh leaves.

Tight buds may never open properly. Fully open blooms are already on their way out. Our florists pick every stem at the right stage, so your bouquet opens beautifully over the next few days.

Rose delivery in Nairobi

We deliver roses all over Nairobi, including Westlands, Kilimani, Karen, Runda and the CBD.

Need them today? Same-day delivery runs within Nairobi. Call or WhatsApp us on 0724 906221. Sending to a major town in Kenya? Order by 12 noon for next-day delivery.

Rose bouquet prices in Nairobi

Why buy roses from Nectar

• Fresh Kenyan roses from local growers.
• Hand-tied by our own florists on Biashara St since 2008.
• Rated 5.0 on Google from 46 reviews.
• Any size. One stem or 100.

How many roses are we sending? Call or WhatsApp 0724 906221.