The extreme roses were first grown for the Russian market, where long-stemmed red roses are highly desired, especially on March 8, International Women's Day.

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They have to be long-stemmed, especially if he sent them to the office, the better to impress your co-workers. Personally, I always thought that was a bit obvious.

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Long-stemmed red roses measuring 60-70 centimeters cost about 95 cents per stem wholesale compared to a medium-stemmed rose of about 50 centimeters, which costs about 75 cents, McBride says.

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Mixed bouquets are coming on strong, and while roses may still be the single most popular bloom on Feb. 14, the long-stemmed red ones are past their peak.

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