Blanchefleur, damask

This rose has a relatively compact habit for a Centifolia type, with numerous pale pink flowers borne in clusters that fade to white. The flowers are very double and white, sometimes with pink tints. The plant has the open growth habit typical of Centifolia roses.

It is classified as Alba, Centifolia, Hybrid China, and Hybrid Gallica. Flowers are white or cream with pink shading and have a strong fragrance. Blooms are medium to large, about 5 cm in diameter, full, with approximately 26 to 40 petals, and open to an expanded form. It flowers once in spring or summer.

The growth habit is arching and upright. Plants typically reach 120 to 185 cm in height and 120 to 150 cm in width. It is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 4b to 9b. Pruning is recommended after flowering.

This rose was bred by Jean-Pierre Vibert in France around 1835 and was introduced in Australia by F. C. Davis in 1862 under the name ‘Blanchefleur’.