Dwarf roses are botanically simply roses. Since there are now over 30,000 different types of roses, these are divided into classes and groups for horticultural purposes. According to this definition, dwarf roses are roses with small growth, with a maximum height of approx. 50 cm.
Which dwarf rose varieties are recommended?
Popular dwarf rose varieties are Rosemary 89, Sonnkind, Pink Symphony, Little Sunset and Bambino. These varieties offer a variety of flower colors, weather resistance and different growth heights, so there is something for every location and taste.
There is also a large variety of dwarf or miniature roses available in stores. While old species often react very sensitively to fungi, a certain resistance to them has been bred into today's cultivated forms. Other breeding goals include greater flowering, easy care or better weather tolerance.
How do I find the right dwarf rose for me?
When looking for a suitable dwarf rose, you can use various criteria as a guide. In addition to your personal taste, the conditions in your garden must also be taken into account if you want to enjoy your roses for a long time. For example, only a few varieties tolerate partial shade; most prefer full sun. However, they are all hardy to a certain extent.
In a humid and rainy area, a more weatherproof variety is recommended, otherwise you can hardly expect a rich abundance of flowers. A certain resistance to fungi is also very advantageous here. For balcony boxes, however, you should choose a relatively small variety. If you would like to cut roses for the vase, then you can also find a suitable dwarf rose for this purpose.
Particularly interesting varieties of dwarf roses:
- Rosemary 89: double pink flowers, not very susceptible to mildew
- Sonnkind: double flowers, bright golden yellow, very weatherproof
- Pink Symphony: pink flowers, rainproof, also tolerates partial shade
- Little Sunset: flowers double and yellow with red edges, very vital and resilient
- Bambino: simple pink flowers with a diameter of approx. 4 cm, height 30 cm
Tip
If you decide on a particular variety not only based on the flower color, but also based on the requirements that the dwarf rose places on its location, then the chance of lush flowering is greatest.
