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Bourbon
The Bourbon rose first appeared in the 1800s on the Isle of Bourbon
(now Reunion) in the Indian Ocean. Bourbons bear large, full blooms
that have a very heavy fragrance. They are extremely vigorous, producing
shrubs that are big, wide, and very adaptable for training as pillar
roses or on a fence. Most rebloom very reliably in colors that range
from white to deep pink to scarlet. Bourbons are hardy to zone 4
and may survive colder climates with winter protection. Bourbons
are occasionally subject to blackspot and mildew, which is not a
major drawback because of the overall vigor of the shrub.
Hardy Repeat-blooming Old Roses:
Bourbon | Portland
| Hybrid
Perpetual
Species
Roses | Old European
Garden Roses | Hardy Repeat-blooming
Old Roses | Modern Roses
| Shrub Roses
History |
Selecting Rose Plants | Site
Selection & Bed Preparation | Planting
| Water, Mulch & Fertilizer
| Winter Protection | Pruning
| Disease & Insect Pests
| Different Kinds of Roses | Selected
References | Societies &
Organizations | Mail Order
Sources | Video
Credits |
