Alba Maxima
SKU: 1376
Garden Rose ‘Alba Maxima’ – Historic White Rose with Enchanting Fragrance
The ‘Alba Maxima’ is a timeless classic among garden roses, dating back to before 1320. This historic alba rose produces creamy white blooms with soft yellow highlights, exuding a strong, sweet fragrance that has enchanted gardeners for centuries. With 40 to 75 petals per flower and a medium to large bloom size, this rose makes a dramatic spring or early summer display in a single, once-a-year flush.
Growing up to 250 cm (8’2”) in height, ‘Alba Maxima’ is ideal for traditional gardens, wild borders, or informal hedges. This rose is highly disease resistant, hardy, and thrives with minimal maintenance – a true survivor from medieval times.
Features:
🌸 Color: White with yellow highlights – pure and elegant
🌹 Bloom form: Very full (up to 75 petals), medium to large size
🌿 Foliage: Blue-green, healthy, with decorative leafy sepals
🔁 Flowering: Once-blooming in spring or early summer
📏 Height: 185 – 250 cm | Width: 120 – 150 cm
Best Uses:
‘Alba Maxima’ is ideal for cottage gardens, historic landscapes, or as a freestanding shrub. With its fragrant blooms and natural charm, it remains a beloved choice for lovers of old garden roses and wildlife-friendly spaces.
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Old nostalgic roses |
| Heigth | 150-200 cm |
| Colour | White |
| Flowering period | Once only flowering |
| Fragrance | Fragrant |
