Rosa 'Mary Rose'

Rosa 'Mary Rose' is a classic English shrub rose loved for its soft pink rosette flowers and strong old rose fragrance. This repeat flowering variety performs beautifully in New Zealand gardens and brings romantic charm to borders and mixed plantings. With a bushy upright habit and excellent disease resistance it is both attractive and easy to grow. Rosa 'Mary Rose' is ideal for gardeners seeking reliable flowering and timeless appeal.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Rose Plants
Height:	1.20 m
Spread:	1.20 m
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Containers, Living areas
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Some
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as
Sku	16840

How to grow Rosa 'Mary Rose' in NZ

Rosa 'Mary Rose' grows best in full sun with free draining fertile soil enriched with organic matter. Choose a position with good airflow and at least six hours of sunlight each day. Plant in winter or early spring and water regularly while establishing. Mulch well to retain moisture and suppress weeds. This rose performs well across most New Zealand regions and adapts easily to garden conditions.

Rosa 'Mary Rose' care tips

Caring for Rosa 'Mary Rose' is straightforward and rewarding. Prune in late winter to early spring to encourage strong new growth and repeat flowering. Feed with a rose fertiliser in spring and again in summer for best performance. Water during dry periods and remove spent blooms to promote continuous flowering. This variety is known for good disease resistance and low maintenance requirements.

Rosa 'Mary Rose' size, spacing, and growth rate

Rosa 'Mary Rose' typically grows to around 1.2 to 1.5 metres tall and wide forming a well balanced shrub. It has a moderate growth rate and fills out quickly once established. Space plants approximately 1 to 1.2 metres apart to allow for mature spread and airflow. Its manageable size suits borders rose beds and mixed perennial plantings.

Landscaping uses for Rosa 'Mary Rose'

Rosa 'Mary Rose' is ideal for cottage gardens formal rose beds and mixed shrub borders. It works beautifully as a feature plant or when planted in groups for impact. This rose also suits cutting gardens as its blooms are excellent for indoor display. Its soft pink flowers combine well with perennials herbs and other classic garden plants.

Why buy Rosa 'Mary Rose' from The Plant Company?

When you buy Rosa 'Mary Rose' from The Plant Company you are buying from New Zealands most trusted plant nursery. Our roses are grown for local conditions and selected for strength and performance. We offer fast nationwide delivery expert growing advice and reliable customer service. Buy with confidence knowing you are receiving premium roses backed by trusted NZ expertise.

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