Fragrant roses to consider for your garden
Fragrance is arguably one of the most sought-after qualities in roses; after all, roses are renowned for their captivating perfumes.
And whilst all roses have their own unique beauty, some varieties are much more fragrant than others.
Planting highly scented roses near windows, along pathways, or near areas where you often sit ensures that you have plenty of opportunities to experience the captivating perfume of your beautiful blooms.
At Treloar Roses, we have a wide variety of highly scented roses of different colours and styles, so you’re sure to find a rose that’s perfect for adding another dimension to your garden.
Which are the best scented rose varieties?
Generally, it was the Old roses and English roses that were the most highly perfumed. However, over the years, modern rose breeding programs have succeeded in cultivating numerous varieties of New roses that boast all the desirable qualities of vigour, health and exceptional fragrance.
For rose gardeners who are looking for extremely fragrant roses with a high Health Rating, here are a few of our top suggestions:
Part of the new Kordes® Parfuma Collection, this striking specimen has a rich top note of sweet, ripe raspberries, next to a distinct rhubarb note and a hint of patchouli. Eye-catching 6cm coral-coloured blooms are sure to make an impression.
Perhaps one of the most well-known fragrant roses, the Desdemona has a strong Old rose scent with hints of almond blossom, cucumber and lemon zest. This elegant rose is both charming and versatile, lending itself to many uses.
Another stunning rose from the new Kordes® Parfuma Collection, the Earth Angel gives off an intense fragrance of lemon and apple, which reaches its maximum perfume in the afternoon and in the evening.
The Summer Romance has the classic rose scent, coupled with intensely spicy note of anise. A stand-out in the new Kordes® Parfuma Collection, this timeless beauty is a wonderful addition to any garden.
Filled with a rich fruit and citrus scent, the Francis Meilland rose offers delicate, soft shell pink flowers of perfect formation.
Part of Kordes® Fairytale Roses Collection, the Fairytale Magic rose has received multiple gold medals for its enchanting fragrance and ease of care. One of our favorite fragrant roses.
Why the Health Rating is important when selecting fragrant roses for your garden.
When selecting the most fragrant roses for your garden, there are several factors that you will need to consider in order to have the best success. If you wish to enjoy the sweet scent of your roses, they will first need to be hardy enough to withstand the climate, whilst remaining resistant to bugs and diseases.
The Health Rating, or star rating is a valuable tool that indicates the health and hardiness of each rose cultivar. The higher the star rating, the easier the plant is to care for, since healthier roses have been graded that way because they are more resistant to disease. These varieties also tend to be ones that bloom all summer through to autumn, so you can enjoy their fragrance for longer.
You can easily filter your search by Health Rating when searching for roses on our website, helping you to find the most appropriate plants to suit both your garden and your level of expertise.
Healthy, new fragrant rose varieties now available.
At Treloar Roses, we have an abundant selection of some of the most fragrant roses in Australia. You can view our collection of highly fragrant roses here, and as always, please feel free to contact us should you have any questions, or need assistance in making your choice.
Our team of knowledgeable staff is committed to providing exceptional customer service, helping you to get the most from your roses, with year-round rose care support.
We currently have lots of fragrant rose varieties available for pre-ordering now, which will be ready to ship in May & June 2023.
Place your order with Treloar Roses online and enjoy sweet smelling roses all summer long.
