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The best varieties of Canadian roses are suitable for growing in almost any region. They tolerate frosts well down to a temperature of -40 ° C, and practically do not require shelter for the winter. The variety appeared in the last century in Canada, where it got its name.
Canadian roses are common in cold regions
What are Canadian roses
Canadian roses are a variety of crop that is considered best for growing in harsh weather and harsh climatic conditions, with constantly changing temperatures and severely frosty winters. These include different types with a wide range.
An overview of Canadian roses, as well as their features, characteristics and descriptions of the best varieties are presented below.
Characteristics and features of Canadian roses
Canadians are a perennial ornamental shrub obtained as a result of complex hybridization. Its height, depending on the type and variety, can be from half a meter to three.The plant is classified as re-blooming; usually the period of bud dissolution starts in June and ends only in October. The flowers are sophisticated, can be either simple or semi-double; the best varieties are distinguished by densely double inflorescences.
Petals, depending on the type, are present in quantities of 5-50 pieces, the size of the buds is up to 13 cm in diameter. Their color is varied, the most common are white, pink, orange, red and crimson specimens.
The main feature of Canadian roses is their endurance. The culture is immune to disease and frost, adapts to arid climates, and is not afraid of wind and rain. Even if the shoots of a plant are frozen in winter, with the arrival of spring they quickly recover. This variety is also easy to propagate independently, for which they resort to the cutting method.
The variety is not registered in the State Register of Russia
Advantages and disadvantages
Roses of Canadian selection, the varieties and photos of which are presented below, have an extensive list of positive qualities and practically no disadvantages.
Canadian women are in greatest demand in the Urals and Siberia
Advantages:
- excellent frost resistance;
- quick recovery after winter;
- long flowering;
- graceful appearance;
- variety of varieties of different shades;
- stable immunity to common diseases;
- immunity to the vagaries of the weather;
- easy propagation by cuttings;
- good survival rate;
- flowering even in the shade;
- large bud size;
- a few thorns.
Flaws:
- demanding pruning;
- the need for hilling during cultivation in the northern regions.
Types of Canadian roses
Canadian roses impress gardeners with a variety of varieties, which are divided into two series: Parkland and Explorer, as well as four main types: rugosa hybrids, climbing, park and modern.
Explorer Series
Explorer - the series represents climbing shrubs with dense branches decorated with fragrant buds. Its best varieties are named after the discoverers of the Canadian rose.
The first Explorer varieties were bred in Ottawa
Parkland Series
Parkland is a series of park roses with sophisticated, exquisitely shaped buds. The best varieties are presented in a varied color palette, but are completely devoid of aroma.
There are no climbing varieties in the Parkland series
Varieties of Canadian roses with photos and names
Since there are hundreds of crop varieties, choosing the best ones sometimes becomes very difficult. First of all, preference should be given to one variety or another based on the climate of the growing region. For example, the best varieties of Canadian rose for the Leningrad region or Moscow region are any of the frost-resistant and unpretentious ones.
Rugosa hybrids
Canadian roses obtained from wrinkled roses are characterized by the beautiful shape of the bush and the abundance of leaf blades in its lower part. These roses will be an excellent solution for creating a hedge or border; they will look original in flower beds or as a background in a mixed border.
The best varieties are considered:
- Henry Hudson. A variety up to 100 cm high. It is distinguished by semi-double, medium-sized white and pink buds that abundantly cover the entire bush.
Henry Hudson is often used to create curtains or hedges
- Martin Frobisher.A spreading Canadian rose up to 170 cm high. It is distinguished by upright growing shoots that are literally strewn with light pink, medium-sized flowers.
Martin Frobisher - the first variety of the Explorer series
Climbing
Canadian roses of the climbing variety are spreading bushes with shoots 2 or more meters long. They were obtained through selection involving hybrids of Kordes roses (Kordesii).
The most effective are:
- John Davis. A variety with pink-red flowers that abundantly cover the bush and emit a fruity aroma with spicy notes. If the season is warm, the rose blooms early. The duration of its budding lasts up to six months.
John Davis is commonly grown as a shrub
- Quadra. A variety of red Canadian rose up to 180 cm high. Characterized by long-lasting flowering. From two to four flowers are tied on each brush.
Medium sized Quadra rose buds, densely double
- Felix Leclerc Rose. Tall variety with shoots up to 3 m. Flowering variety of bright pink color. Frost resistance down to -30 °C.
Felix Leklkrk Rose does not need stimulating pruning
- Champlain. A very hardy variety, distinguished by semi-double red buds with numerous yellow stamens in the central part, which cover the bush until frost. There are up to seven flowers in one brush.
Champlain is similar in appearance to the floribunda rose.
Park Canadian roses
Park varieties have the greatest variety of varieties. They are highly resilient and have earned the love of many gardeners.
Most valued:
- William Baffin.A variety resistant to many diseases with pink buds with a fruity aroma. About two dozen flowers bloom on one bush at the same time.
Powerful shoots of William Baffin can stretch up to 300 cm
- John Cabot. A hardy variety whose large bushes bear pale pink buds. The first flowering period occurs at the beginning of summer, the second in autumn.
John Cabot requires minimal maintenance
- Lac Majeau. A variety with snow-white buds, in place of which small berries are formed after flowering. The height of the bush is on average one and a half meters.
Lac Majeu has a strong resemblance to rose hips
Modern selection
Canadian roses of modern selection were obtained on the basis of those that grow in areas of Alaska. These are compact species reminiscent of hybrid teas and floribundas.
The best modern varieties include:
- Adelaide Hoodless. A spreading bush about a meter high, blooming throughout the summer. The flowers are bright, collected in lush inflorescences.
Adelaide Hoodless shoots often require support
- Prairie Joy. An elegant variety that blooms from spring to late autumn. This variety of Canadian rose is pink in color and grows up to 150 cm in height.
Prairie Joy's buds resemble peonies from afar
- Morden Sunrise. A yellow-orange variety with beautiful glossy leaves. The bushes are compact, with a maximum height of one and a half meters.
Morden Sunrise buds are small
Canadian roses in landscape design
The best varieties of culture are often used when creating landscape designs. There are several options for its use, and in each it looks great.Tall park varieties are excellent for creating hedges. Such a fence looks especially beautiful against the backdrop of green bushes. It will bloom for a long time, from the first days of summer until mid-autumn.
If we talk about climbing roses, then with their help you can decorate gazebos, unsightly buildings, and various structures. The arches braided with them look very beautiful. The plant can be used to create borders. The best varieties for this purpose are miniature ones, in the same color palette.
In addition, Canadians look very impressive in flower beds and flower beds made in any style. There you can play with a variety of varieties and shades, but it is better if they are not very tall varieties.
Canadian roses with large flowers are suitable for creating sculptural compositions in the garden
Conclusion
The best varieties of Canadian roses are highly valued by specialists and flower growers for their many advantages. They do not require special care, bloom throughout the warm season and are not at all afraid of frost. The varieties are presented in a wide variety and each of them is charming in its own way.
Reviews of varieties of Canadian roses
