Cultivar A variety of plant that has been developed from an original species and given a modern name. Damask A type of Antique rose originating in the Middle East. Explorer A popular series of Canadian roses. Developed at the Government Research Station in Ottawa, Ontario they are well known for their improved flowering, hardiness and disease resistance. Floribunda These roses have flowers borne in clusters on stems of medium length.
Many cultivars feature fragrant flowers.
Continuous blooms occur from late spring through autumn. The plant is exuberant and has increased hardiness over the Hybrid Teas. Grandiflora A cross between the Hybrid Tea and Floribunda roses. The flower size is midway between that of it's parents. Flowers form on long stems and are borne either singly or in small clusters.