A-Z Florist's Guide to Rose Varieties
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Abraham Darby: A David Austin rose, this variety features large, apricot-yellow blooms with a strong fragrance.
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Blue Moon: Known for its unique silvery-blue petals, this hybrid tea rose has a sweet scent and is popular in bouquets.
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Climbing Roses: A category rather than a specific type, these roses grow tall and can be trained on trellises and walls. Varieties include 'New Dawn' and 'Golden Showers'.
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Don Juan: A climbing rose with deep red, velvety blooms that are known for their intoxicating fragrance.
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Eden Rose (Pierre de Ronsard): This variety is cherished for its lush, old-fashioned blooms that are a blend of cream and pink, perfect for romantic occasions.
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Fragrant Cloud: A hybrid tea rose with large, coral-red blooms that emit a strong, sweet aroma, making it a favourite among fragrance enthusiasts.
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Gertrude Jekyll: Another David Austin rose, it showcases bright pink blooms with a strong, old rose fragrance and a bushy habit.
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Heirloom: This heirloom rose is reminiscent of older varieties, offering large, full-petalled blooms in shades of lavender-pink.
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Iceberg: A classic floribunda rose, the Iceberg boasts pure white flowers and is known for its prolific blooming and disease resistance.
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Jude the Obscure: A fragrant David Austin rose with large, golden-yellow blooms that continue to bloom throughout the season.
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Kira: A modern floribunda rose, Kira features vibrant pink flowers that bloom in clusters, providing a cheerful addition to gardens.
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Lady of Shallot: This rose has creamy yellow blooms with a hint of pink, reminiscent of the famous painting, and has a wonderful fragrance.
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Moondance: This hybrid variety has striking white blooms with pale pink edges and is known for its excellent disease tolerance.
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Nostalgia: A unique floribunda rose, Nostalgia bears bi-coloured petals in cream and red, offering a stunning visual contrast.
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Oklahoma: A deep crimson hybrid tea rose known for its strong fragrance and sturdy, upright growth, ideal for cutting.
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Peace: Renowned worldwide, the Peace rose offers large, yellow blooms edged with pink, symbolising hope and resilience.
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Queen of Sweden: A David Austin rose with soft pink blooms that exhibit a strong, fruity scent, encapsulating old-world charm.
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Red Velvet: A hybrid rose famous for its rich, dark red blooms and velvety texture, ideal for romantic arrangements.
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Scepter'd Isle: This David Austin variety features soft pink blooms and a delightful scent, making it a popular choice for gardens.
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Tea Roses: Known for their delicate petals and distinct fragrance, they are available in various colours and are often used in vintage arrangements.
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Utopia: This floribunda rose displays bright orange flowers that maintain their colour even in the sun, adding a vibrant touch to gardens.
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Velvet Fragrance: A hybrid tea rose with rich, dark red blooms and an exceptional scent, it is designed to deliver in both looks and aroma.
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William Shakespeare: This variety features rich, deep crimson blooms and a strong, traditional rose fragrance, perfect for classic gardens.
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Xanadu: A lesser-known variety with light pink blooms and a sweet scent, suitable for those looking for something unique.
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Yves Piaget: A stunning hybrid tea rose with large, lush blooms in a soft raspberry pink hue, celebrated for its exceptional fragrance.
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Zéphirine Drouhin: A thornless climbing rose, it produces fragrant, pink blooms and is ideal for gardeners seeking ease of maintenance.
