Botanical profile

Grandiflora rose 'Queen Elizabeth'

Rosa grandiflora ‘Queen Elizabeth’, commonly known as the ‘Queen Elizabeth’ grandiflora rose, is an iconic variety appreciated for its upright and majestic habit. This vigorous rose produces large, double, light pink flowers with a delicate satiny sheen, clustered in elegant bouquets atop long, sturdy stems. Its dense, healthy, dark green foliage highlights the abundant bloom that extends throughout the summer. Ideal for mass plantings, borders, or as a garden backdrop, it is also perfectly suited for cut flowers due to the exceptional vase life of its roses. Rosa grandiflora ‘Queen Elizabeth’ offers a structuring and refined presence in the garden, attracting pollinators while adding a classic and timeless touch to landscape designs.

Latin name
Rosa 'Queen Elizabeth'
Common name
Grandiflora rose 'Queen Elizabeth'
Type
Flowering shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Full sun or at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.
Watering
Water regularly during establishment. Then, water during hot periods or when the soil is dry deep down.
Fertilization
Fertilize in spring with a rose or flowering plant fertilizer. Repeat every 4 to 6 weeks until mid-August. Do not fertilize after this time to allow the plant to fully enter dormancy.
Soil type
Rich, well-drained soil
Minimum temperature
'-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June to September
Flower color
Light pink
Fruiting
Rare rosehip production if not pruned
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Slender bush
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Width
120 cm (4 feet)
Growth rate
Average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Flowers that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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