The petals are snow-white in shade with a subtle inner silky sheen. - flowerbed floribunda rose - medium-strength, noticeably scented rose - soft, tea-scented
– Bán sneamhbán le scáth bándearg mín galánta.
– Bláthanna móra, dúbailte, ar chiorcail shaibhir.
– Cumhrán tae meán-neart, taitneamhach sa ghairdín.
– Fás díreach, tor dlúth le duilliúr lonrúil.
– Cruas gheimhridh ard, oiriúnach do chriosanna fuara.
– Gné speisialta: spór neamhchoitianta de ‘Queen Elizabeth’ le dath bán criostalach agus cruth gearrtha-róise clasaiceach.
Transparent processes – Organised composition
antoniaROSE® ORIGINAL rós i bpota 2 lítear ar a fhréamhacha féin
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WHITE QUEEN ELIZABETH – white bedding floribunda rose – Banner
If You dream of a soft, light-filled front garden that still copes calmly with rainfall, WHITE QUEEN ELIZABETH offers tall, elegant stems of snowy blooms for very little work. This classic floribunda-hybrid tea brings romantic, high-centred flowers in generous flushes from early summer well into autumn, so even a quick step outside between showers feels quietly cheering. As an own-root plant it settles steadily, building a durable framework that shrugs off normal pruning and helps the rose regenerate after winter or the odd mistake. In its first years roots establish, then shoots strengthen, and by the third summer it shows its full ornamental presence. Medium care needs suit busy gardeners who can manage light deadheading and the odd tidy-up, while its glossy dark foliage and pure white blooms lend a reassuringly clean, orderly look beside cottage borders or Dublin terrace railings, keeping the whole space feeling quietly refined.
Freshly opened white blooms of White Queen Elizabeth
White Queen Elizabeth at full bloom, showing its snow-white, double flowers.
Closed bud of White Queen Elizabeth, showing a silky white flower bud with a soft pink blush.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden feature for Irish cottage or terraced house
The tall, upright habit and snow-white flowers create an elegant vertical accent that reads clearly from the street without overpowering a small plot. Its medium maintenance needs suit front gardens where You can deadhead occasionally but do not want constant tasks, ideal for the time-pressed homeowner.
Long-season flower bed in family gardens
Remontant flowering means repeated flushes from early summer to autumn, giving a long season of colour in mixed borders where summers are short. With moderate feeding and deadheading, the bed stays visually full and satisfying for months, rewarding the patient yet busy beginner.
Own-root specimen rose for long-term planting
As an own-root plant, it builds its strength from below, offering a stable structure that can live and flower reliably for many years. If stems are damaged, new shoots grow true from the base, preserving the variety and ornamental value for the long term, which reassures the cautious planner.
White “girly” cottage-style mixed border
The romantic, high-centred blooms bring a soft, feminine feel that pairs beautifully with frothy perennials and grasses, while glossy foliage keeps the planting looking composed. This organised composition suits narrow cottage beds where every plant must earn its place, pleasing the style-conscious gardener.
Cut-flower production for home vases
Large, high-centred blooms on long, upright stems are made for cutting, offering fragrant white roses for the house without needing florist visits. Regular cutting encourages fresh flowers outside as well, making it a charming dual-purpose choice for the thrifty enthusiast.
Urban garden with exposure to wet, breezy weather
In typical Irish conditions of frequent rain and strong breezes, its firm petals and good colour retention help flowers stay neat rather than collapsing quickly. With reasonable care to keep soil well-drained, it remains a composed presence on balconies or small plots, suiting the weather-aware city-dweller.
Structured, low-clutter planting around seating areas
The dense, dark-green foliage and consistently white blooms give a tidy, almost formal effect that works well near patios or paths. When spent flowers are removed, the plant maintains clear lines and an uncluttered look, perfect for those who prize understated order, such as the minimalist owner.
Medium-care family border with simple maintenance routine
Moderate disease resistance and average water needs mean a straightforward routine: good soil preparation, mulching for drainage, and basic fungal checks in humid spells. This balance avoids both high-maintenance fuss and neglect, fitting the everyday rhythm of the practical family gardener.
Styling ideas
Cottage-Romantic – Combine with Liatris ‘Kobold’ and soft pink perennials for a “girly” Irish cottage look – perfect for nostalgic front-garden dreamers.
Monochrome-Calm – Plant in a white-and-green scheme with hostas and white campanulas to highlight its snowy blooms – ideal for lovers of quiet elegance.
Urban-Formal – Line a path or low railing with evenly spaced plants and fine grasses for a structured, city-friendly border – suited to design-conscious townhouse owners.
Cutting-Corner – Group three plants with easy filler flowers like gypsophila to create a home cutting patch – great for those who enjoy arranging scented indoor bouquets.
Family-Relaxed – Mix with tough shrubs like dwarf barberry and switch grass for a low-fuss, tidy family border – made for busy households wanting order with little effort.
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
WHITE QUEEN ELIZABETH (Registered: White Queen Elizabeth), floribunda-hybrid tea bedding rose; ARS exhibition name White Queen Elizabeth; trade name WHITE QUEEN ELIZABETH – white bedding floribunda rose.
Origin and breeding
Sport of ‘Queen Elizabeth’, bred by Banner in the United Kingdom and introduced in 1965; breeding and registration both date from 1965, original breeding institution data not recorded.
Growth and structural characteristics
Upright shrub 130–170 cm high, 100–140 cm spread, dense dark-green glossy foliage, moderately thorny stems; removal of spent flowers recommended to maintain shape and encourage repeat flowering.
Flower morphology
Large 7–10 cm double flowers with 26–39 petals, high-centred, pointed buds in cluster-flowered inflorescences; classic hybrid-tea style form suitable for both bedding and cutting.
Colour data and phenology
Crystal-clear white buds with possible silky pink blush; petals remain snowy to creamy white with very pale pink inner tones; very good colour retention over a long, remontant flowering season.
Fragrance and aroma
Medium-strength, noticeable tea-scented fragrance with classic rose character; suitable for seating areas and cutting where a distinct but not overpowering perfume is appreciated.
Hip characteristics
Rose hip formation generally minimal; where present, small 10–14 mm egg-shaped hips develop, turning orange-red and adding modest late-season interest without dominating the shrub.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to about −26 to −23 °C (H7, USDA 5b, Swedish Zone 4); moderate tolerance to heat and drought, moderate resistance to black spot, powdery mildew and rust, needing basic preventive care.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in sunny sites with well-drained soil; spacing 120 cm in beds, 110 cm for hedges, 180 cm as specimen; for pots use at least 40–50 litres, ensure drainage and regular watering in dry spells.
WHITE QUEEN ELIZABETH offers long-season white blooms, graceful height and enduring own-root reliability, making it a thoughtful choice if You value lasting beauty with manageable care in your garden.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
WHITE QUEEN ELIZABETH – white bedding floribunda rose - Banner
Product Type:
antoniaROSE® ORIGINAL - rós i bpota 2 lítear ar a fhréamhacha féin
Flower Colour:
The petals are snow-white in shade with a subtle inner silky sheen.
Closed Bud:
The bud is dazzling white, sometimes with a silky pink blush at the tip.
Freshly Opened Flower:
The outer petals are crystal-clear white, with a pearly-white sheen towards the centre.
Full Bloom:
Uniform white, with pale pink tones on the inner petals.
Pre-Fading Flower:
The petals fade to a delicate creamy white, but the overall effect remains white.
Colour Fading Description:
During opening the pure white colour gently fades to a creamy white; occasional pale pink tones may appear on the inner petals.
Pollinator Attraction:
Double flowers with a partially open centre moderately attract pollinators, as the semi-open form partially conceals the stamens and reduces access to nectar and pollen.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its double, partially open-centred flowers only moderately attract pollinators, so it is only partly pollinator-friendly.
Our product is a rose grown with unique pharmaROSA® cultivation technology!
2 litre, own-root, potted rose.
With shoots appropriate to the season.
With roots thoroughly interwoven through the growing medium.
Quality in line with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
In unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-type rose plant with an individual identifier.
The pharmaROSA® own-root potted rose is a well-rooted plant that supports reliable establishment when planted and cared for properly, so it can be planted whenever the soil is not frozen.
Stock: several varieties and several stages of development in a short stock section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: presentation of the strong root system interwoven through the growing medium with the pot removed.Balance: mature plant where the development of the root system and the shoots is in harmony.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”, but makes the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root production tangible: how the plant is built, what the root system is like and how the shoots renew themselves. The footage was therefore taken at different times, showing plants at different stages of development, so mixed leaf coverage or differing growth stages may appear in the videos. This is not a “sample” of the batch delivered, but an illustration of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical of the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown at the top of the product page.
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