Description: ‘Grandma’s Rose’ is a cherished hybrid tea rose known for its nostalgic charm and old-fashioned beauty, often passed down through generations in family gardens. Bearing large, full-petalled blooms in warm shades of soft pink with peachy undertones, it exudes a gentle romanticism reminiscent of classic cottage gardens. The flowers are richly perfumed with a sweet, traditional rose scent that intensifies in the warmth of the day. Ideal for Melbourne's temperate climate, this rose thrives in a full sun position with rich, well-drained soil and benefits from regular feeding and seasonal pruning to maintain its structure and encourage prolific blooming. Its repeat-flowering habit ensures a long display from spring through to autumn, with blooms often appearing singly on long stems, making them perfect for cutting. ‘Grandma’s Rose’ is not a formally registered variety, but rather a garden name passed down for a beloved cultivar, making each plant a sentimental piece of horticultural history.
Form: Shrub - Medium
Mature Size: Height: 1.2 to 1.5 metres Width: 1 metre
Aspect: Full Sun
Flowering: Flowers in Spring Flowers in Summer Flowers in Autumn
Flower Colour: Soft Pink Peach Tones
Key Attributes: Suitable for Pots Scented flowers Bee Attracting Perennial Suitable for Hedging Excellent Cut Flower Heritage Garden Favourite
Toxicity: May be mildly toxic to pets if ingested in large quantities (due to thorns and plant material)
Companion Plants: Lavender Salvia Nepeta (Catmint) Lamb’s Ear (Stachys byzantina) Violas and Pansies Geranium (Cranesbill)