Cold Climate Roses

Most roses will grow just about anywhere, and in any type of climate. Certain roses do not function very well in cold climates, but will grow very well in any other area. Hybrid Teas are not ,for example, a cold climate rose. They must be grown in a warmer climate like Florida. They simply don’t have the necessary winter protection that some cold climate flowers have.

If you live in an area that is prone to harsh winters, you will likely find it relatively easy to find good, cold climate roses at your local garden center. You want roses that can survive during the winter frost.

Cold climate roses are great for many reasons. They are very low maintenance flowers, especially good for the novice. Cold climate roses also have their very own protection set up against diseases and bacteria that can plague any flower. Here a brief list of cold climate roses. The cold climate roses are as follows:

  • Rugosas
  • Griffith Buck
  • Modern Roses
  • Centrifolias
  • Species Roses
  • Gallica
  • Alba
  • Shrub Roses

This is just a particial list of cold climate roses. Be sure to check with your local garden center for other varities.