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Colombia's Roses Dominate Valentine's Day Sales in Europe

2/13/2026

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Valentine's Day is approaching and marks the peak season for rose sales.
Many roses sold in European stores are sourced from Colombia.
Colombia's proximity to the equator provides ideal conditions for rose cultivation.
These conditions include consistent daylight, mild temperatures, and fertile soil.
They enable year-round growth and large-scale exports of roses.

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Story summary

Valentine's Day is approaching and marks the peak season for rose sales.
Many roses sold in European stores are sourced from Colombia.
Colombia's proximity to the equator provides ideal conditions for rose cultivation.
These conditions include consistent daylight, mild temperatures, and fertile soil.
They enable year-round growth and large-scale exports of roses.