Possibly the best red rose of all time, Mister Lincoln won an All-American Rose Selections award in 1965
and has been popular ever since. The strong fragrance is often described as “melon-scented.”
This rose grows tall and blooms all season long in a variety of weather conditions. Zones 5 – 10.
Ebb Tide
Ebb Tide’s masses of deep purple blooms are true show-stoppers. Cut a cluster or two and bring them inside,
where the long-lasting flowers fill the room with a spicy clove fragrance. Zones 4 – 9.
Secret's Out
There’s something so alluring about an all-white rose. Secret’s Out! looks sweet and pure, but boasts a strong
spicy fragrance. The plant is compact but the blooms can grow up to 6 inches, appearing all season long.
Zones 5 – 9.
Poet's Wife
Bred by famous rose breeder David Austin, The Poet’s Wife is a classic yellow rose with a lovely fruity aroma.
The prolific blooms are very full, but the plant’s smaller size makes it excellent for containers. Zones 5 – 10.
April in Paris
The tea rose fragrance is difficult to describe, but very distinctive. April in Paris fills the air with this sweet scent
and delights the eye with soft pink petals edged in a slightly darker hue. Zones 5 – 9.
Lady Edna Hamilton
The fruity perfume of Lady Edna Hamilton seems to match its rounded yellow and orange blooms.
This free-flowering shrub rose is excellent in borders and mass plantings. Zones 5 – 9.
Double delight
This rose has been delighting growers for more than 40 years with its striking blooms and splendid spicy scent.
The tall stems make this rose perfect for cutting, but they thrive on the bush too, even in strong summer sun.
Zones 5 – 9.
Julia Child
Any rose named for the indomitable chef must have a distinctive aroma, and this one doesn’t disappoint.
Julia Child smells of spicy black licorice – not what you’d expect from the sunny yellow blooms! This minimal
-care rose has a place in just about any garden. Zones 5 – 10.
Tropicana
The brilliant coral hue of this popular rose is matched by the bold fruity fragrance. The large blooms arise
in flushes throughout the season amid glossy green leaves. Tropicana is sensitive to cold,
so protect it well over the winter. Zones 6 – 9.
Honey perfume
Many gardeners struggle with roses in hot humid climates, where they’re subject to powdery mildew and
black spot. Fortunately, sweet and spicy Honey Perfume is a champ under those very conditions!
The flowers change color from gold to yellow to cream as they age, with all shades often appearing
on the bush at the same time. Zones 5 – 10
Citrus splash
The vibrant orange and pink petals of Citrus Splash are gorgeous enough on their own, but when you add in
the citrus-sweet scent, you know you’ve got a winner! This variety is known to be a somewhat slow starter
, so don’t be surprised if it takes a couple of years to truly reach its spectacular potential. Zones 6 – 10.
Scentimental
Who can resist the swirls of deep pink and white that blanket this bush all summer long? Though you might
expect them to smell of peppermint, these glorious flowers have a robust spicy scent. Scentimental is an easy
-care rose suited to a variety of sunny conditions
Wild blue yonder
The ruffled petals of Wild Blue Yonder give this rose an appearance similar to a camellia, especially when
they open fully to display the yellow centers. The blossoms, which appear in flushes throughout the season,
have a citrus and true rose fragrance. Zones 5 – 9.
Don Juan
Perhaps the most beloved of climbing roses, Don Juan is a classic that’s been around nearly 60 years.
The deep red flowers are ideal for cutting, and they radiate the quintessential rose perfume. This rose easily
climbs 12 – 14 feet high, and has excellent heat and humidity tolerance. Zones 6 – 9.
Gertrude jekyll
If you love the floral bouquet of traditional old rose, you need Gertrude Jekyll in your garden. This standout
has been voted England’s Favourite Rose, and the large pink blooms will became a favorite of yours as well.
Zones 4 – 8.
Sweetness grandiflora
This soft lavender rose has a powerful lemony scent, with blooms appearing in flushes throughout the summer.
The large flowers are lovely when cut and displayed in vases indoors. Zones 5 – 10.
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