Rose of the Month ~ October 2006

Iceberg

The name "Iceberg" relates to a hybrid tea, a floribunda and climbing floribunda. TCRC's October rose of the month is the floribunda, introduced in 1958 by Reimer Kordes. It's flowers are semi-double pure white with the occasional pink flush in the bud stage. The dainty blooms are rain resistant and long lasting. The 3-4ft plant is almost entirely resistant to mildew and gets only mild blackspot. Blooms are produced in clusters with a moderate fragrance. While sometimes grown in the tree form, this variety is excellent in a massed bedding display. It is hardy to Zone 4, although when grown as a tree it requires winter protection. What is your experience with Iceberg? Rate it in the poll below.