Also known as the ‘Jacobite Rose’,’ Great Double White’, ‘Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Rose’, and’Cheshire Rose’ this rose is very old and dates back to before 1499. The flowers have a ruffled shape and are borne in clusters of three to eight. They have a pink flush at first but turn cream and then white as they mature. . Although the bushes bloom only once they bloom for a long time if well watered and cared for. The leaves are gray-blue and the stems carry a few large prickles. May be grown as a climber and is best trained horizontally to encourage flowering shoots to break along the stems. A good choice for a hedge; flowers are good for the vase.
Type: Alba
Origin: Before 1499
Parentage: Uncertain
Flower Size: 2.5-3”
Petal Count: Double (17-25)
Scent: Strong, fruity, sweet
Flowering: Once in spring or summer for up to 8 weeks
Plant Size: 8-15’ H x 5+’ W
Hardiness: 3-9
ARS Rating: 8.6
Karen Meyers