Variety traits

Rose Plant Height

Rosa L.

Bush height is a key morphological characteristic of the rose, determining its garden group, planting pattern, and agronomic practices.

In the reference 254 varieties crop Rose, where this is mentioned in the description.

Rose height is measured from the soil surface to the top of the bush or the highest generative shoots. For standard (tree) forms, the height of the stem is also taken into account. The values of this trait are dynamic and depend on the pruning method, rootstock type, plant age, and light conditions, with "catalog" data often reflecting height only during the first flush of bloom.

The classification of roses by height is strictly linked to their garden group: miniature and patio roses reach 15–60 cm, Floribunda — 50–120 cm, Hybrid Tea — 60–140 cm, while climbing roses can reach 5 meters or more. Plant height directly influences the choice of spacing, the need for supports, pruning intensity, and the selection of winter protection methods.

General information about the subject — on the page Plant height.

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Varieties of Rose mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.