Conventional Red Rose Petals are a beautiful and aromatic ingredient, known for their vibrant colour and delicate fragrance. Sourced from carefully selected farms, these rose petals retain the natural benefits of roses, including essential oils and antioxidants. Red Rose Petals are perfect for adding a touch of elegance to teas, potpourri, and a variety of culinary dishes. Available in bulk and wholesale!
As always, it's advisable to consult with healthcare professionals for personalised guidance on health concerns.
Benefits
Rich in essential oils and antioxidants.
Adds a vibrant colour and delicate fragrance to teas and culinary dishes.
Perfect for both decorative and culinary uses.
Directions of Use
Measure 1-2 teaspoons of Conventional Red Rose Petals.
Add to teas, potpourri, or your favourite recipes for a touch of elegance.
Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
Adjust the quantity as per taste and recipe requirements.
Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Specifications
Botanical:
Rosa gallica
Origin:
Various regions
Organoleptic Statement:
Characteristic floral aroma and delicate flavour
Ingredient Declaration:
100% Conventional Red Rose Petals
Shelf Life:
2+ years dependent upon storage conditions
Packaging:
Food grade materials
Processing:
The product has been frozen to reduce the risk of insect contamination
Allergen Summary Statement:
No Known Allergens. Trace elements may be present due to farming practices
The Herbal Connection make no Allergen Free claims.
Nutritional Information
Protein (g)
2.4
Total Fat (g)
0.4
Total Carbohydrates (g)
12.9
Sugars (g)
8.0
Sodium (mg)
5
Average Quantity Per 100g | Nutritional Information obtained from USDA. Average values subject to seasonal variations
Store below 23 °C in a dark location ideally in an airtight container.
Have confidence knowing The Herbal Connection is proudly Certified Organic and HACCP Certified. Certificates available via FAQ page. We import directly into Australia and are proud to be as Eco-Friendly as possible. When available, all packaging materials are either recycled cartons or Bio-Degradable bags.
Warnings: This product isn't intended to treat, cure or prevent any illnesses. Always consult a healthcare professional before consuming any herbal products for health purposes especially if you're pregnant or taking medication.
Red Rose Petals — whole dried petals of the fragrant rose, selected for their deep crimson colour and characteristic sweet, classic rose fragrance. Rose petals have been used in food, beverage, and fragrance applications across cultures and traditions for thousands of years — from Persian rosewater and Middle Eastern cooking to European confectionery, Indian chai blends, and Chinese rose tea — making them one of the most universally recognised and versatile botanical ingredients available. These conventional (non-organic) petals are the accessible, practical choice for buyers who need bulk supply for tea blending, culinary production, confectionery decoration, and cosmetic formulation where certified organic status is not required.
The dried petals retain their deep crimson-to-burgundy colour and a pleasant, characteristic floral fragrance. Flavour is delicate and mildly sweet — rose petals are used primarily for their aroma, colour, and visual appeal rather than as a dominant flavour ingredient. Freeze-treated. No known allergens. Naturally caffeine-free. Available in 250g, 500g, and 5kg bulk. Note: 1kg is not available in this SKU — the next size from 500g is 5kg. This product is sold as a food only.
Product Specifications
BotanicalRosa centifolia (please contact us to confirm current batch)
Common NameRed Rose Petals; Cabbage Rose; Hundred-Petalled Rose
OriginPlease contact us to confirm current batch origin
Organic StatusConventional — not certified organic
Ingredient100% Whole Dried Red Rose Petals
AppearanceWhole dried petals — deep crimson to burgundy colour
Sizes Available250g, 500g, 5kg bulk (not individual units) — 1kg not available in this SKU
Shelf Life2+ years when stored correctly
StorageBelow 23°C in a dark, dry, airtight container
Red Rose Petals — FAQs
Everything you need to know before you order.
Dried rose petals have an exceptionally wide range of applications across food, beverage, cosmetics, and decorative use. Tea blending: one of the most popular botanical inclusions in premium herbal and floral tea blends — the deep red petals provide visual appeal and a soft, floral-sweet character alongside other ingredients such as hibiscus, rosehip, lemon verbena, and chamomile. Culinary: scatter over salads, rice dishes, and desserts as an edible garnish; fold into Turkish delight, marshmallow, and panna cotta; use as a decorative element on cakes, macarons, and pastries. Middle Eastern and South Asian cuisine: a traditional ingredient in biryani, rice dishes, and spice blends (featured in some versions of ras el hanout); used in rose syrup (sharbat) and rose milk. Confectionery: press onto handmade chocolates and confectionery. Bath and body: bath salts, soaks, and potpourri. Cosmetics: infused oils, rosewater, soaps, and botanical skincare preparations.
Rose petal tea is gentle, delicately sweet, and softly floral — the flavour is understated rather than bold, with the fragrance making a greater impression than the taste itself. This is characteristic of rose petals as a tea ingredient: they contribute primarily as an aromatic and visual element, adding a warm floral softness and a beautiful deep red hue to the cup, rather than as a strong-flavoured base ingredient. For a more pronounced rose flavour, use a higher quantity of petals or allow a longer steep time. Rose petal tea pairs particularly well with hibiscus (the tartness contrasts beautifully with rose's floral sweetness), lemon verbena, chamomile, and rose hip in blended formulations.
The key difference is certification status and price point. These conventional red rose petals are not certified organic and are the more accessible option for buyers where organic certification is not a labelling or compliance requirement. The Certified Organic Red Rose Petals (HTO.RRPSK1) — sourced from India — carry certified organic status and are suitable for labelling as "Certified Organic" in product formulation and packaging. Both products are the same species (Rosa centifolia), produce the same deep crimson colour and classic rose character, and are suitable for the same range of applications. The choice comes down to whether your product labelling or buyer requirements demand certified organic status — if they do, select the organic SKU; if not, the conventional is a cost-effective alternative.
Yes — Red Rose Petal Powder is available as a separate product, freshly milled from the same conventional rose petals on demand. The powder format is preferred over whole petals for applications requiring a fine, dispersible ingredient — baking (icing, cakes, shortbread), confectionery coatings, smoothies, beverages, and food manufacturing where the petal structure is not required. Organic Red Rose Petal Powder is also available separately for certified organic requirements. Contact our office to confirm current availability and pricing across the rose range.
Yes — Red Rose Buds are available separately (check current stock availability). Rose buds offer a different visual format to petals — the whole closed bud presents beautifully in premium loose-leaf tea blends and as a garnish on food and beverage presentations where a more striking visual element is desired. Buds tend to hold their colour and fragrance slightly longer than petals due to the denser, more compact structure. They also make an exceptionally attractive ingredient in clear glass jar or tin presentations for retail loose-leaf products.
The standard sizes listed — 250g, 500g, and 5kg — are our regular stocked wholesale pack sizes, but The Herbal Connection is a wholesale supplier and can accommodate bulk orders well beyond these standard sizes. Whether you are a tea blender, food manufacturer, confectionery producer, health food retailer, cosmetics formulator, or large-scale buyer with ongoing volume requirements, we can discuss pricing and supply arrangements to suit your needs. Larger carton quantities, custom bulk packing, and regular standing orders are all available. Contact our wholesale team at sales@herbalconnection.com.au or call (07) 5451 8780 to discuss your specific volume requirements and receive a tailored quote.
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