Moss

Moss roses are a natural mutation or 'sport' of Rosa x centifolia, and were first recorded around 1720. All varieties have flower buds and stalks that display a moss-like growth that exudes a sticky oil with a fragrance reminiscent of Balsam. Variously attributed to trapping or warding off aphids and other pests, rose breeders of the 1800s quickly seized upon this mutation to produce a wide range of varieties that became very popular in Victorian times, although sadly only a few varieties are now available. Height to about 1.5m Moss roses are difficult to beat if you are after a classic 'cabbage' bloom, being beautifully scented, and although only once flowering, they are well worth it for the display that continues over several weeks in summer time. (Varieties include: the pure white 'Shailer's White Moss' and the richly purple 'William Lobb').

For planting advice, see Planting Containerised Roses - RV Roger Ltd

For pruning advice, see A Guide to Pruning Roses - RV Roger Ltd

Or else email our highly skilled team with any questions and we will be only too happy to try and help sales@rvroger.co.uk

Moss roses are a natural mutation or 'sport' of Rosa x centifolia, and were first recorded around 1720. All varieties have flower buds and stalks that display a moss-like growth that exudes a sticky oil with a fragrance reminiscent of Balsam. Variously attributed to trapping or warding off aphids and other pests, rose breeders of the 1800s quickly seized upon this mutation to produce a wide range of varieties that became very popular in Victorian times, although sadly only a few varieties are now available. Height to about 1.5m Moss roses are difficult to beat if you are after a classic 'cabbage' bloom, being beautifully scented, and although only once flowering, they are well worth it for the display that continues over several weeks in summer time. (Varieties include: the pure white 'Shailer's White Moss' and the richly purple 'William Lobb'). For planting advice, see <a href="https://rvroger.co.uk/blog/planting-containerised-roses/">Planting Containerised Roses - RV Roger Ltd</a> For pruning advice, see <a href="https://rvroger.co.uk/blog/a-guide-to-pruning-roses/">A Guide to Pruning Roses - RV Roger Ltd</a> Or else email our highly skilled team with any questions and we will be only too happy to try and help <a href="mailto:sales@rvroger.co.uk">sales@rvroger.co.uk</a>