about us

Potted roses bring colour, style and warmth to your interior, balcony or patio! And that is how Difference Roses wants to make a difference. A careful process of breeding and selection creates crosses that lead to new rose varieties. These varieties bloom in shapes and colours that inspire and delight the imagination. By considering the wishes of consumers and growers, Difference Roses works towards the future of rose breeding. A joy to behold! These intensively trialled varieties not only offer innovative shapes and colours, they are also cultivated using environmentally friendly methods.

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creation

Attractive new varieties have been developed applying breeding and selection criteria that focus on characteristics including compact growth, well-branched plants, longevity and resistance to pests and diseases. Thanks to the stunning new colours and astonishing shapes this assortment of roses ranks among the world’s finest.

combination

The foundation of our results is formed by the combination of modern production techniques, specialist classical breeding methods and practical experience: Varieties with very good cultivation characteristics with a focus on longevity and attractiveness. Outstanding consumer value is namely a stringent selection criterion.

breeding

The desired results are achieved as efficiently as possible by applying modern breeding techniques and careful selection. Our team consists of highly trained, experienced and dedicated professionals. Exchanging information on production and the experiences of growers and consumers from all over the world forms the basis for the best possible cross-pollination.

trends

Innovative products from Difference Roses are adapted to suit the every-changing trends and consumer preferences in the market. Our rose varieties have won awards and prizes at many trade events.

the companies behind difference roses

Cooperation between HPD and Agriom in De Kwakel is the solid foundation on which Difference Roses has been built. United Selections carries out the sales activities.

In its dedicated nursery facilities HPD produces large numbers of uniform, high quality potted roses under the  Favourite Roses label.

Agriom is a specialised breeding company that creates a huge range of ornamental plants through partnerships with various product specialists.

United Selections has been active for many years as a breeder of cut roses and has good international contacts in Europe, Africa, the US, Canada, China, and Japan.

A fine example of how market leaders cooperate in our dynamic, ornamental plant sector.

 

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breeding

The route to innovative varieties using classical breeding methods with the aim of producing plants with superior quality and longevity.

trials

Selection and multiple trials deliver, in addition to maintaining inspected and disease free, Naktuinbouw certified Elite propagating material, clean and healthy crops and guarantee the best quality cuttings for our licence holders.

assistance & advice

Our experts are ready to assist and advise growers all over the world so they can produce high quality potted roses in a huge range of forms.

top quality

Cuttings and young plants of top quality are the basic conditions for healthy potted roses. We can ensure a great start for every producer of our varieties.

protection

All Difference Roses varieties are protected by Plant Breeders’ Rights or patents (if applicable). We protect the interests of our customers in cooperation with Royalty Administration International.

our varieties

Discover our varieties. You can recognise our varieties thanks to their:

well-branched plants and high number of buds

compact growth habit / lower use of growth inhibitors

highly uniform growth pattern between varieties

good longevity: at least 18 days

resistance / tolerance to pests and diseases

wonderfully shaped flowers, well-filled: a true ‘rose’

brightly coloured blooms

uniform colour foliage

Click on the images for more information.

sales

For commercial information:

United Selections

Peter Schrama
pschrama@united-selections.com
+31 (0)6 53 85 77 16

contact

Chamber of Commerce: 57869472

A4 Amsterdam – Den Haag: take the Aalsmeer (N201) exit.
Take the N201 towards Aalsmeer, follow the ring road around Aalsmeer, go through the Waterwolftunnel, and then follow the N201 to its intersection with the N231 (Legmeerdijk). Turn right towards Kudelstaart / FloraHolland. Follow the N231 for about 4.5 km until you reach a location 100 m after the BP petrol station. Turn right and then left onto: Achterweg. After 1 km on the right hand.

A2 Utrecht – Amsterdam: take the Vinkeveen (N201) exit.
Follow the N201 towards Vinkeveen past Mijdrecht and Uithoorn, turn left direction Kudelstaart, FloraHolland onto the N196. Follow the N231 for about 4.5 km until you reach a location 100 m after the BP petrol station. Turn right and then left onto: Achterweg. After 1 km on the right hand side.

news

Save the date: Flower Trials 2024 at Agriom

De Kwakel, May 2024 – We look forward to see you during Flower Trials 2024 11-14 June at Agriom. We present to you our newest developments in pot roses: new colors, new shapes and some of our varieties have a delicate fragrance. Please, feel welcome at our showhouse and greenhouses at Achterweg 58a in De ...

PLAN YOUR VISIT: 13 – 16 JUNE 2023 FLOWER TRIALS AT AGRIOM

De Kwakel, May 2023 -During the FlowerTrials® 2023, June 13-16, our doors are open for you. We present the newest developments in breeding pot roses. Please, feel welcome at our showhouse and greenhouses at Achterweg 58a in De Kwakel. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 08:00-18:00 h. Friday: 08:00-16:00 h. For more information and online registration: www.flowertrials.com.

United Selections starts sales activities for Different Roses range

De Kwakel, September 2022 – As of 1 September, United Selections has started to carry out the sales activities for the Difference Roses pot rose range. Through this collaboration, Difference Roses gains exposure to different production areas. In addition to the Netherlands, the range will also be available to other growers and countries. Difference Roses ...