7 Most Popular Roses of All Time

Gardeners have loved roses for generations for their beauty and scent. Classic and modern hybrid roses come in many colors, shapes, and sizes.   

Classic grandiflora rose ‘Queen Elizabeth’ has enormous, spectacular pink blooms and elegant growth. Named after Queen Elizabeth II, it debuted in 1954.   

Queen Elizabeth

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‘Mr. Lincoln’ is a popular hybrid tea rose with rich crimson, velvety flowers and a traditional rose scent. It was named after President Abraham Lincoln and introduced in 1965.  

Mr. Lincoln

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One of the most famous roses, ‘Peace’ has enormous, yellow-pink blooms. It was called after World War II and introduced in 1945.   

Peace

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‘Double Delight’ hybrid tea roses have beautiful two-toned blooms with creamy white petals edged in red. This 1977 product is known for its spicy, sweet scent.   

Double Delight

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The 1930 climbing rose ‘New Dawn’ is beloved. It's known for its soft pink, fragrant blossoms and aggressive climbing. This rose makes beautiful floral displays on trellises, arbors, and walls.   

Climbing Rose 'New Dawn

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Julia Child’ is a lovely floribunda rose with buttery yellow blooms and a delicate scent. Released in 2004, it was named after Julia Child. Gardeners love the rose's colorful blossoms and disease resistance.  

Julia Child

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Innovative 2000 rose cultivar ‘Knock Out’ is low-maintenance and blooms all season. The original ‘Knock Out’ rose is red, but the collection now includes pink, yellow, and white.   

Knock Out

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