Playa Blanca

It is normal to observe slight marks on the outer petals due to petal creasing or friction against the packaging during transit. These outer petals, also known as the guard petals, help to protect the blooms during shipping. The green streaks or veining are some of the common features of a guard petal. They should fold back and the marking becomes hidden once the blooms open fully. If you choose to pluck them for aesthetic reasons, do try to wait till the rose fully opens before plucking these petals. It is not uncommon to remove an average of 5 to 10 petals per bloom, including brown or discoloured guard petals for garden roses.