This historic group is made up of several classes, including alba, Bourbon, centifolia, China, damask, Gallica, hybrid perpetual and noisette — many dating from the late 1700s, when roses were brought to Europe from China. This group of roses includes the predecessors of modern classes of roses, such as hybrid tea, floribunda and modern shrub roses.
The fragrance of old garden roses is unmatched, and they possess old-fashioned form and beauty. Extremely vigorous compared with many of today’s modern roses, they’re also more resistant to fungal diseases, such as black spot, making them a great choice for those who want more of a low-maintenance rose.
Many old garden roses bloom once a year in spring to early summer, although some repeat blooming throughout the growing season.
The growth habit of old garden roses makes them perfect for use as hedges or large shrubs, or they can be allowed to climb up walls, a pergola or arch. Pastel colors of cream, pink and peach are largely favored by this group of roses.
Shown: Apothecary’s rose (Rosa gallica officinalis)
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