Awakening rose
Unveiling the Charm of Awakening Rose
The Awakening rose is a climber born from the sport of the beloved New Dawn. It has captured the hearts of gardeners with its delicate blooms and sweet scent.
Key Highlight Characteristics
- Name: Awakening (Probuzini)
- Rose Type: Climbing Roses
- Color: Silvery pink
- Fragrance: Very Fragrant
- Petals: Up to 40
- Bloom Form: Large, Full
- Height: 8′ to 14′
- Width: 8′ to 10′
- Hardiness Zone: 5b through 9b
- Rebloom: Continual Blooming
The story of the Awakening rose traces back to Czechoslovakia in 1935, when Jan Böhm discovered a rose resembling New Dawn but with twice the number of petals. Fast-forward to 1988, when Mr. D. Balfour, former president of the Royal National Rose Society, stumbled upon this charming rose during a trip to Czechoslovakia. Impressed by its qualities, he brought cuttings back to the UK, where Peter Beales Roses introduced it in 1990 as Awakening.
Elegant Blooms and Enchanting Fragrance
Awakening rose graces the garden with large, quartered blooms in a delicate silvery pink hue, accented with hints of salmon-pink. These fully quartered flowers, measuring about 3 1/2 inches in diameter, exude a fresh, sweet fragrance that fills the air with delight. With up to 40 petals adorning each bloom, Awakening creates a spectacle of beauty in any garden setting.
Continual Beauty and Resilience
As a continual blooming climber, the Awakening Rose offers gardeners the joy of blooms throughout the season. Its glossy, mid-green foliage provides a lush backdrop for the profusion of flowers. With a height ranging from 8 to 14 feet and a width of 8 to 10 feet, this climber adds vertical interest and charm to gardens of any size.
Versatile and Adaptable
Awakening rose thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5b through 9b, making it suitable for a wide range of climates. Shade-tolerant and capable of growing in containers or on the ground, this rose offers flexibility in garden design. While it requires spring freeze protection in colder climates, its resilience and beauty make it a worthwhile addition to any garden landscape.
This rose is a testament to climbing roses’ timeless beauty and enduring charm. With its elegant blooms, enchanting fragrance, and continual blooming nature, this rose captivates the senses and adds a touch of romance to gardens worldwide. Whether adorning trellises, fences, or garden walls, Awakening Rose will awaken the hearts of all who behold its splendor.
