Red, pink, yellow, white or should it be the apricot-colored rose? How good that there are also historical rose varieties that bloom in two colors. However, this feature only limits the selection to a limited extent. Because also in view of the growth form as well as the high and the flowering time, the different types of fragrant plants vary. Those who like it classic rely on historical varieties. But here, too, the choice is limitless, as the following overview shows. In this guide, enthusiasts will find useful information about the special characteristics of the different species.
What are historical rose varieties?
when does the gardener even speak of a historical rose variety? Until the 18th In the 19th century, the market only offered uniquely blooming varieties. The most important of them were
- Albaroses
- Gallicaroses
- and damask roses
represent. A short time later the Netherlands imported so-called centifolia. In terms of flowering properties, they hardly differed from the native specimens. Only made possible in the following century
- Tea roses
- Bourbon roses
- Noise roses
- Remontant roses
- and portland roses
allows the gardener to enjoy a second flowering within a season. With the introduction of the hybrid tea in 1876, the era of modern rose varieties finally began. The new cultivars largely displaced the old varieties from the gardens and trade. Only the most popular specimens could continue to hold their own. The historical varieties stand out from their modern counterparts through many advantages:
- they smell more intense
- they are more robust
- they are frost hardier
- they are easier to care for
Historic rose varieties with white flowers
Alba Maxima
- Type: Albarose
- Year of breeding: 1500
- Height: 2 m
- Flowering time: once, June
- Location: not specified
Alba Maxima is one of the oldest white roses and is nicknamed the peasant rose. Its sawn, silvery-green foliage is particularly attractive. The white flower with a button eye in the middle is also impressive.
Chloris
- Type: Albarose
- Year of breeding: 1820
- Height: 1.8 to 2 m
- Flowering time: once, June
- Location: sunny to partially shaded
When the buds of the Chloris rose variety open, slightly disheveled, pearly white flowers appear. You'd think the flower had just awakened from sleep. Fortunately, each one blooms
Year anew and does not rest like Sleeping Beauty for a hundred years. This would also require thorns that this variety does not have...Madame Plantier
- Type: Albarose
- Year of breeding: 1835
- Height: 2 m
- Flowering time: once in June
- Location: sunny to partially shaded
Thanks to its bushy growth, Madame Plantier is ideal for large gardens. The variety can also be grown as a climbing rose. In the latter case, its arching, overhanging, white flowers with a green center make a very romantic picture. Some of the flowers also have a reddish sheen. The color of the flowers contrasts well with the dull green foliage. Depending on the weather, Madame Plantier opens in early summer, blooms for six weeks and gives off a bewitching scent. It is used for background planting or as a solitaire. The almost thornless specimen is powdery mildew resistant and very hardy.
Marie Jeanne
- Type: polyantharose
- Breeding year: 1918
- Height: 1.2 m
- Flowering period: several times, June / October
- Location: sunny
The branches, which hardly have thorns, are as innocent as the flowers of this variety. When the temperature is below zero, Marie Jeanne blushes slightly and has a pink tinge on the flowers. Nevertheless, it is considered very hardy. It's actually a shame that it is rarely found in gardens. It is suitable for both beds and buckets.
Historic rose varieties with pink flowers
Adam Messerich
- Type: Bourbon Rose
- Year of breeding: 1920
- Height: 1.8 to 2 m
- Flowering period: several times, June / October
- Location: sunny to partially shaded
Whether as a solitaire, in borders or as a climbing rose, Adam Messerich attracts attention with the bright pink blossom. The noticeably large foliage is also nice to look at. If the gardener does not cut back the branches, an arched overhanging growth is created. The rose variety exudes a lovely scent and is resistant to pests. It needs at least five hours of sun a day.
Jacques Cartier
- Type: Damascus or Portland rose
- Year of breeding: 1868
- Height: 1 to 1.5 m
- Flowering period: several times, June to October
- Location: sunny to partially shaded
Jacques Cartier also feels at home in penumbra. The flowers appear rosette-shaped in pure pink. A special feature of this variety is its quick re-flowering.
Note: Jacques Cartier is also suitable as a pot plant. However, it does require a very large bucket.
Madame Isaac Pereire
- Type: Bourbon Rose
- Year of breeding: 1881
- Height: 1.8 m
- Flowering period: several times, June / October
- Location: sunny to partially shaded, airy, not too hot
The intoxicating scent or the bright flowers, what is more intense about this variety? If gardeners do not always agree on this, it is certain that Madame Isaac Pereire, with her upright, multi-shoot growth and shiny leaves, should not be missing in any border. Unfortunately, powdery mildew also likes the plant. In winter it needs a light frost protection.
Summer blush
- Species: Alba hybrid
- Year of breeding: 1979
- Height: 2.5 m
- Flowering time: once, June
- Location: sunny to partially shaded
Although Summer Blush was bred by a hobby gardener, the species is one of the historic rose varieties. Although the conspicuously bright flower indicates a very modern hybrid, the plant still has the typical, sweet scent of old varieties. The quartered center of the flower is also interesting. Summer Blush has only a few thorns and is also suitable as a climbing plant.
Historic rose varieties with red flowers
Blush hip
- Type: Albarose
- Year of breeding: 1840
- Height: 1.5 to 2 m
- Flowering period: end of May
- Location: sunny to partially shaded
Blush Hip is suitable for every garden, as it makes little demands on the location. It also grows as a climbing rose and is characterized by its bitter scent.
Charles de Mills
- Type: Gallicarose
- Year of breeding: 1790
- Height: 1.8 to 2 m
- Flowering time: once, from June
- Location: sunny to partially shaded
Charles de Mills has interesting, almost somber colors. A chimney-red flower is joined by dark gray-green leaves. This variety is considered to be extremely winter-proof and has a pleasant smell.
La Negresse
- Type: Gallicarose
- Year of breeding: 1823
- Height: 1.5 to 1.8 m
- Flowering time: once, June
- Location: rather shady
This strikingly dark variety brings a touch of nostalgia to the garden. Their heavy, sweet scent is reminiscent of old times. Lush carmine to purple flowers with a slightly wavy shape make for a unique sight.
Rose de Resht
- Type: Portland or Damascus rose
- Year of breeding: 1860, available in Europe since 1940
- Height: 1.2 m
- Flowering period: several times, from May to October
- Location: sunny to partially shaded
The de Resht rose variety comes from Persia and has a very interesting flower. On the one hand there is the bright purple to fuchsia red, which the gardener can influence through the location and the fertilizer application. In addition, the flowers are pompom-like and round in shape. Its blue-green leaves make a dense, sweet-smelling shrub. De Resht grows without pruning
Note: The De Resht variety also thrives on sandy soils.
Tom Wood
- Type: Remontant Rose
- Year of breeding: 1896
- Height: 1 m
- Flowering period: several times, June to October
- Location: sunny to partially shaded, airy
The bright flower has a color spectrum from violet to purple to crimson. These appear in umbels with a spherical, cup or shell-shaped habit. Tom Wood grows compact but stays low. Unfortunately, illnesses can appear in late summer. Winter protection is also required.
Historic rose varieties with two-tone flowers
Commandant Beaurepair
- Type: Bourbon Rose
- Year of breeding: 1874
- Height: 1.8 m
- Flowering period: June
- Location: not specified
Commandant Beaurepair proves to be very vigorous and has a spherical, cup-shaped flower. It has a pink to purple marbling with white nuances. Light foliage rounds off the charm of this variety.
Ferdinand Pichard
- Type: Remontant Rose
- Year of breeding: 1920
- Height: 1.8 m
- Flowering period: several times, June / October
- Location: sunny, airy
Neither rain nor heat can harm the leathery leaves of this variety. However, there is a risk of pest infestation in the event of persistently bad weather. The gardener must also protect the plant from the cold when it is very cold. With its pink, red and white marbling, Ferdinand Pichard is considered to be one of the most beautiful Remontant roses.
Tip: A layer of mulch or brushwood, for example, is suitable as winter protection.
Georges Vibert
- Type: Gallicarose
- Year of breeding: 1853
- Height: 1.5 m
- Flowering time: once, June
- Location: not specified
The bloom of Georges Vibert appears depending on the weather in June. It smells pleasant and intense. Over time, the flower changes from pale pink stripes to a distinctive purple on the white background.
Variegata di Bologna
- Type: Bourbon Rose
- Breeding year: 1909
- Height: 1.5 to 2 m
- Flowering period: end of May
- Location: sunny to partially shaded, airy
Small pink speckles on the otherwise white flower make the variety an eye-catcher. How good that the flowering lasts extremely long. Although the scent is not as intense as with other varieties, Variegata di Bologna inspires with its light, yellowish-green leaves. In addition to growing in the bed, she loves to climb up trellises.
Note: This strain is very grateful for a support.
Versicolor / Rosa Mundi
- Type: Gallicarose
- Year of breeding: around 1583
- Height: 1 m
- Flowering time: once, June
- Location: not specified
From the white Versicolor with carmine-red stripes, many other breeds of Gallicaro rose. It is therefore considered to be the oldest of its kind. Their upright growth changes into a drooping shrub under the weight of the lush flowers.