roses

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Rosa chinensis ‘Viridiflora’

A China rose with green sepals instead of petals. This rose attains a height of 3 to 5 feet and has a shrubby growth habit, making it suitable for border plantings or as an ornamental feature.  Zoned 5 through 10, as well as its tolerance of shade,

Green Tea: Pale Green Hybrid Tea

Hybrid tea rose grown in South America showcases a pale green, nearly white, double blossoms with a traditional rose form. Grows to a height of 3–4 feet.

Green Romantica®  

The Hybrid Tea variety, bred for its distinct green hues, is noted for its subtle fragrance and gentle green coloration. Available on Heirloom Roses dot com.

Lemonade: Chartreuse Cabbage Rose

This rose features large, chartreuse-green, ruffled blooms and sturdy heads, ideal for centerpieces. It grows 3–4 feet tall with a bushy form.

St. Patrick, Hybrid Tea Rose

I have grown this lovely yellow rose, indeed tinged with green, displays striking chartreuse buds and large 5-inch flowers with more than 35 petals. Its bushy form blooms continuously, and the grey-green leaves provide a perfect contrast to the blossoms.

www.heirloomroses.com and specialty growers.

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