Brief summary
Modern Rose, shrub "Kent", Denmark, introduced by Olesen in 1988, Usually is white in color, semi double bloom shape, blooms 3 - 4 cm in size, has 5-10 buds per stem, continual rebloom, has light fragrance, the bush shape can be spreading, 60 - 75 cm in height, 125 cm in width, suitable for USDA zone 6 from -23°C and above, moderate resistance to rain, strong resistance to black spot, strong resistance to mildew.
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Kent is a shrub rose that has received many awards, including in competition with traditional hybrid tea roses and floribundas. It is often cited as evidence that shrub roses can occupy prominent positions in garden settings. The flowers are small, semi-double, clear white, with a light fragrance. It blooms profusely and continuously in small clusters across the plant throughout the season until the first frost. The flowers are backed by dark foliage that shows disease resistance. The bush is low and spreading. It is used in mass plantings, at the front of borders, and is frequently grown in containers.