White O'Hara®: Old Rose Fragrance in the Garden

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May 4, 2025

White O'Hara® is a stunning blossom, featuring creamy white petals that softly blend into a delicate blush at its center. Revered as one of the most enchanting choices for weddings, this rose exudes an intoxicating fragrance that fills the air with its alluring scent. Its long, robust stems provide a striking presentation and make it an excellent choice for cutting, allowing its beauty and charm to grace any indoor space.

Rose Type: Garden Rose
Breeder: Delbard
Color: White to cream to blush
Vase Life: 10-14 days
Fragrance: Intense Fragrance
Bloom Form: Cupped
Petal Count: 70-100
Growth Type: Rounded Shrub
Flowering: Repeat
Planting Season: Spring
Light Requirements: Full sun
Hardiness Zones: 5-11
Spacing: 3-4'
Height: 3-4
Width: 3-4'
Disease Resistance: Excellent, provide routine pest & disease prevention

Written by Ryan Poulson

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