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Types of roses
Hardy Roses for Cold Climates and Frost-Prone Areas
Caring for different types of roses year-round
Rose species guide
01.
Hybrid Tea Roses
Main Characteristic: Large, single blooms on long, elegant stems. Key Differences: Growth: Upright, medium height (3-5 feet). Use: Perfect for cutting and floral arrangements. Bloom Style: One bloom per stem, creating a classic and formal look. Fragrance: Often highly fragrant.
02.
Floribunda Roses
Main Characteristic: Clusters of medium-sized blooms that flower continuously. Key Differences: Growth: Compact and bushy (2-4 feet). Use: Excellent for mass planting or borders. Bloom Style: Multiple flowers per stem, giving a vibrant and decorative display. Fragrance: Mildly fragrant, less than Hybrid Tea.
03.
Shrub Roses
Main Characteristic: Hardy, sprawling growth with a natural, informal look. Key Differences: Growth: Sprawling to upright, can grow 3-10 feet tall. Use: Versatile, suitable for hedges, informal gardens, or mixed borders. Bloom Style: Continuously blooms; flowers range from single to fully double. Fragrance: Often intensely fragrant, depending on the variety.
04.
Climbing Roses
Main Characteristic: Long, flexible canes designed to climb structures. Key Differences: Growth: Vigorous climbers (8-20 feet). Use: Ideal for decorating walls, fences, arbors, and trellises. Bloom Style: Large blooms can be single or clustered, repeat blooming in most varieties. Fragrance: Variable, depending on the array.
05.
Rambler Roses
Main Characteristic: Extremely vigorous growth and small flowers in large clusters. Key Differences: Growth: Long, arching canes, often exceeding 20-30 feet. Use: Covers large spaces like pergolas or walls, thrives in informal settings. Bloom Style: Profuse bloom, but often limited to once a year. Fragrance: Usually mildly fragrant.
06.
Patio Roses
Main Characteristic: Small, compact, and decorative, ideal for containers. Key Differences: Growth: Dwarf, under 2 feet tall. Use: Perfect for patios, small gardens, or pots. Bloom Style: Small, showy flowers, either single or in clusters, continuous blooming. Fragrance: Typically light or no fragrance.
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