9. Polyantha roses
Polyantha flowers are compact, dense plants that produce clusters of small, vibrant flowers. These roses are hardy, disease resistant and provide continuous blooms throughout the season. Polyantha flowers are ideal for planting in borders, hedges or containers.
Best for: Borders, small gardens, and containers
Popular varieties:
‘The Fairy’: This popular variety features clusters of small, bright pink flowers on a dense plant. ‘The Fairy’ is a reliable flowering plant with excellent disease resistance and is perfect for ground cover. ‘Margo Koster’: Known for its vibrant orange-pink flowers, ‘Margo Koster’ is a compact, low-maintenance rose. Its small, semi-double flowers make it a standout in any garden. ‘China Doll’: A charming rose with bright pink flowers that bloom in large clusters, ‘China Doll’ is perfect for adding color to small spaces or container gardens.
10. Rose of Rogoza
Rugosa roses are known for their hardy appearance and ability to grow in less than ideal conditions. They are often used in coastal areas because of their ability to tolerate salty and sandy soils. Rugosa roses have large, fragrant flowers and produce attractive rose berries in the fall.
Best for: Coastal gardens, hedges, and low-maintenance landscapes
Popular varieties:
‘Blanc Double de Coubert’: This variety features pure white, semi-double flowers with a strong scent. ‘Blanc Double de Coubert’ is disease resistant and produces beautiful red-orange berries in the fall. ‘Hansa’: ‘Hansa’ is known for its large, deep purple flowers, which are very fragrant and bloom repeatedly throughout the season. It is a hardy plant that thrives in harsh conditions. ‘Rosa Rugosa Alba’: This classic white rose is known for its crinkled foliage and ability to grow in poor soils. Its fragrant flowers are followed by bright red berries, adding interest to the garden in the fall.
11. English Roses (David Austin Roses)
English roses, bred by David Austin, combine the classic beauty and fragrance of old-fashioned garden roses with the repeat-blooming nature of modern varieties. Known for their full, cup-shaped blooms and wide range of colours, English roses are ideal for cottage gardens and mixed borders.
Best for: Country gardens, borders, and fragrant gardens
Popular varieties:
‘Gertrude Jekyll’: A richly fragrant pink rose with a classic rose shape, ‘Gertrude Jekyll’ is a David Austin favourite. It is a repeat bloomer and is ideal for adding fragrance to the garden. ‘Graham Thomas’: This award-winning rose produces bright golden yellow flowers with a tea rose scent. It is a vigorous grower and is one of David Austin’s most popular varieties. ‘Abraham Darby’: Known for its large apricot pink flowers and strong fruity scent, this is a vigorous shrub that can also be trained to climb.
12. Bourbon Rose
Bourbon roses are a class of old garden roses known for their prolific blooms and strong fragrance. They often have a repeat bloom cycle, making them a great addition to traditional or formal gardens. These roses typically have dense growth and thrive with minimal care.
Best for: Formal gardens, borders, and fragrant gardens.
Popular varieties:
‘Souvenir de la Malmaison’: This light pink rose has a rich history and produces large, cup-shaped flowers with a strong fragrance. It is a reliable and highly regarded rose among rose lovers. ‘Zéphirine Drouhin’: This thornless climbing rose features fragrant, bright pink flowers and is ideal for growing on fences or trellises. It is a vigorous grower and is shade tolerant. ‘Madame Isaac Pereire’: Known for its large, purple flowers and strong fragrance, this is a favorite for adding color and fragrance to the garden. It blooms multiple times throughout the season.
13. Tea rose
Tea roses are different from hybrid teas, a class of old garden roses known for their delicate, tea-scented blooms. These roses are often larger and more open than other varieties, with softer shades of pink, yellow and white. Tea roses are ever-blooming and add a touch of elegance to any garden.
Best for: Traditional gardens, mixed borders, warm climates
Popular varieties:
‘Duchess of Brabant’: This soft pink rose is highly fragrant with a fruity tea scent. It is known for its repeat blooms and soft, hollow petals, making it a favourite in warm climates. ‘Mrs. P. R. Cant’: A vigorous tea rose with large, scarlet pink flowers and a strong fragrance, ‘Mrs. P. R. Cant’ is a vigorous grower and will do well even in poor soils. ‘Lady Hillingdon’: Known for its apricot yellow flowers with long, pointed buds, ‘Lady Hillingdon’ is a highly fragrant rose with a graceful, arching habit.
14. Noazette roses
Nosette is a climbing rose known for its clusters of small, fragrant flowers. It blooms repeatedly and grows vigorously, making it ideal for covering arbors and porches. Nosette is often found in warmer climates and is sought after for its long blooming season.
Best for: Warm climates, vertical garden elements, fragrant gardens
Popular varieties:
‘Blush Noise’: This variety features clusters of small, fragrant pale pink flowers. It is a prolific bloomer and is ideal for training on trellises or fences. ‘Crepuscule’: A warm apricot-colored climber, ‘Crepuscule’ is known for its soft, lightly scented flowers. It grows in warmer climates and can be trained as a climber or shrub. ‘Lamarque’: This creamy white rose produces large, fragrant flowers in clusters. It is a vigorous grower and thrives in warm climates, making it a favorite for southern gardens.
15. Galica Rose
Gallica roses are one of the oldest cultivated rose families, dating back to Roman times. They are known for their rich history, compact growth, and fragrant blooms. Most Gallica roses bloom only once, producing a stunning display in early summer. They are very hardy and tolerate cold climates well.
Best for: Historic gardens, cool climates, fragrant gardens
Popular varieties:
‘Rosa Mundi’: This distinctive rose features striped pink and white flowers with a strong fragrance. ‘Rosa Mundi’ is a classic Gallic rose with a long history and a stunning appearance. ‘Charles de Milles’: This variety features deep crimson flowers with a rich velvety texture. Known for its old-fashioned charm, ‘Charles de Milles’ has a strong fragrance and adds a touch of history to any garden. ‘Tuscany Superb’: A deep, dark purple rose with a strong fragrance, ‘Tuscany Superb’ is known for its semi-double flowers and unique color. It is a standout in any garden.
16. Moss Rose
Moss roses are a unique type of rose that get their name from the moss growth on the flower sepals. These roses are closely related to the Centifolia rose family and are known for their strong fragrance and old-fashioned charm. They are single bloomers, usually producing flowers in mid-summer.
Best for: Fragrant gardens and adding texture to garden displays
Popular varieties:
‘William Loop’: A deep, rosy-purple rose with a strong fragrance, ‘William Loop’ is a classic moss rose with distinctive moss-like buds. It blooms once a season and is highly regarded for its historical significance. ‘Salette’: One of the few moss roses that blooms repeatedly, ‘Salette’ produces medium-sized, fragrant pink flowers. Its moss-like buds and strong fragrance make it a popular choice for rose lovers. ‘Henry Martin’: This bright scarlet rose has a rich fragrance and features a dense moss-like bud. It grows vigorously and is perfect for adding old-fashioned charm to any garden.
17. Portland Roses
Portland roses are a small class of old garden roses that are prized for their repeat blooms and compact growth. They are often highly fragrant and have a formal, upright shape. Portland roses are ideal for gardeners who want the beauty of old roses with the benefit of multiple bloom cycles.
Best for: Small gardens, fragrant gardens, formal borders
Popular varieties:
‘Comte de Chambord’: This rose has a strong, sweet fragrance and blooms repeatedly throughout the season. It is a dense, compact plant that is ideal for small gardens or formal beds. ‘Jacques Cartier’: Known for its large, deeply fragrant flowers in shades of pink, ‘Jacques Cartier’ is a repeat bloomer with a romantic, vintage look. ‘Rose de Richet’: Richly fragrant in purple, ‘Rose de Richet’ is a repeat bloomer with a compact growth habit. It is a favorite among gardeners for its fragrance and continuous blooms.
18. Centifolia rose
Centifolia roses, also known as cabbage roses, are known for their dense, fragrant, cabbage-like flowers. These old-fashioned roses usually bloom only once and are known for their lush appearance and strong fragrance. Centifolia roses are often depicted in classical paintings and used in perfumery.
Best for: Traditional, home and fragrant gardens
Popular varieties:
‘Fantine Latour’: A soft, sweetly scented pink rose named after the 19th century painter known for his floral compositions. It is a lush, single-blooming rose with classic charm. ‘Paul Ricault’: This cultivar produces large, sweetly scented pale pink flowers. It grows vigorously with an abundance of petals, making it a stunning addition to traditional gardens. ‘Sophie Perpetual’: A beautiful pink rose with a repeat blooming habit, ‘Sophie Perpetual’ offers the lush blooms typical of Centifolia roses with the added bonus of blooming more than once a season.
19. Types of roses
Roses are wild species that have remained largely unchanged through hybridization. These roses are simple in form, usually with five petals, and are incredibly hardy and adaptable. Wild roses are often used in breeding programs to add hardiness and disease resistance to modern cultivars. They produce attractive rose fruits and are a valuable addition to wildlife gardens.
Best for: Wildlife gardens, natural areas, and low-maintenance landscapes
Popular varieties:
Rosa canina (Dog Rose): A common wild rose in Europe, it produces single pale pink flowers followed by large red fruits. It is a hardy and adaptable rose that supports wildlife. Rosa rugosa: Known for its crinkled foliage and large, fragrant flowers, Rosa rugosa is a hardy, durable rose that thrives in poor soils and coastal areas. Rosa moisi: This stunning rose features single, dark red flowers followed by prominent, orange-red fruits. Its arching growth habit and bold blooms make it a popular choice for natural gardens.
20. Damascus Rose
Damask roses are an ancient variety of roses known for their strong fragrance and historical significance. These roses have been cultivated for centuries for use in perfumes and rose oil production. Damask roses typically bloom once, with some varieties having a second bloom cycle in the fall.
Best for: Scented gardens, historic gardens, perfume production
Popular varieties:
Isfahan: This classic Damask rose produces rich, intensely fragrant pink blooms. It is a single-blooming variety that provides a stunning display of flowers in early summer. Madame Hardy: A highly fragrant white rose with a green eye in the center, ‘Madame Hardy’ is an elegant, old-fashioned rose that adds timeless beauty to any garden. Autumnal Damascus: One of the few Damask roses that blooms repeatedly, ‘Autumnal Damascus’ produces soft, fragrant pink blooms in both early summer and fall, making it a versatile addition to gardens.
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