Hybrid Perpetuals at Wairere Nursery

Hybrid Perpetuals

As our Rose journey continues we leave behind the intrepid adventurers and plant hunters and step forward into the world of modern Rose breeding which really got in to gear with the Hybrid Perpetual Group. Hybrid Perpetual Roses evolved from deliberate crosses between Noisettes, Boubons, Portlands and Hybrid Chinas in an attempt to extend the flowering period of roses beyond summer. Hybrid Perpetuals dominated between 1840 and 1900 and in this frantic period of rose breeding it is estimated 800 plus "new" Hybrid Perpetual roses were introduced. Many have French names which, indicates that the French Rose Breeders were still highly active, in the world of horticulture that is. This period in history also saw the rise in popularity of exhibiting blooms as cut flowers at competitive Rose Shows (the War of the Roses), many roses being bred just for this purpose. In general, this group develop into large plants with large blooms that carry a powerful fragrance. Paul Neyron, Ferdinand Pichard and La Reine are typical of the form.

Characteristics of Hybrid Perpetual Roses - Tall and Upright in Habit - Large blooms that are often cupped and quartered - Colour range white, pink, crimson, maroon and striped - Fragrant - Recurrent i.e. flower more than once a season - Pruned after flowering

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Ferdinand Pichard

Hybrid Perpetual. This rose would have to be one of the nicest striped varieties with semi-double blooms of pink and crimson. The blooms appear from mid-summer through to autumn and are nicely fragrant. Light green foliage, vigorous and upright. France 1921.

Flower Colour: Red / White
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 2m x 1.5m

Ferdinand Pichard

We will not have this plant 2025/26.

A recommended alternative:
Reine des Violettes

Ferdinand Pichard

Expected Stock Height: 20/40 cm ?

We will not have this plant 2025/26.

A recommended alternative:
Reine des Violettes

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Gloire Lyonnaise

aka Gloire Lyonnaise

Hybrid Perpetual. Very large, fragrant, creamy white blooms with a lemon blush at the base. Handsome leathery foliage. This rose has a strong upright habit and with few thorns. Flowers appear from summer to autumn. France 1885. Deciduous

Flower Colour: White / Yellow
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 1.2m x 0.6m

Gloire Lyonnaise

Expected Stock Height: 20/40 cm ?

This plant is in high demand and supply is limited this year. Add to your Waitlist for updates on next available stock.

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La Reine de Viollette

aka La Reine

Hybrid Perpetual. Large globular blooms which are very fragrant will appear continuously throughout summer. The blooms are toned silvery pink with a hint of lilac and are cup shaped with masses of petals. Originating from France - 1842.

Flower Colour: Pink / Lavender
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 100cm x 100cm

La Reine de Viollette

Expected Stock Height: 30/40 cm ?

We will not have this plant 2025/26.

A recommended alternative:
Felicia

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Reine des Violettes

aka Re Queen of the Violets

Hybrid. A relatively thorn-less rose with flat quartered flowers of soft velvety violet with just an amazing perfume. Free flowering right through to autumn. An exquisite rose which in full flush is quite superb. 1860. AKA Queen of the Violets. Deciduous

Flower Colour: Lavender / Purple
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 1.5m x 90cm

Reine des Violettes

Current Stock Height: 20/40 cm ?

Container: pb8 ?

WAS $44.99
NOW $30.00

Stock of this item is very low.

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