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Hardy Roses in Shade

19 years ago

To Ian BC North: Thanks for the info on 'Hunter' & 'Scrabrosa'. I have heard of these two but have not heard that they take shade, which is what I have in the area I want to plant. Would be real nice if rose breeders could find a way to make more roses shade tolerant. Kate (see post in 'Knockout Roses for z4') suggested a once bloomer with a clematis growing through it - she has this and is very pleased with the results. I am now searching catalogs, etc. for the rose and a clematis. Thanks again for responding. Zebrina

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Fledgeling_
19 years ago
i think if breeding plants the require full sun to grow in shade were really that easy, id' be done by now
altorama Ray
18 years ago
Try William Baffin, or Darlow's Enigma.
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freezengirl
18 years ago
Sorry I didn't see the original posting so not sure if this answeres your question. The Alba roses (once bloomers) will take shade.

Here is a link that might be useful: Alba Roses

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