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10 light pink roses

Light pink roses add a classic charm and quiet elegance to the garden and to floral arrangements. From heritage varieties to modern cultivars, including upright shrub roses, climbing roses, and even groundcover types, here are ten of the most popular light pink rose varieties to grow and choose for display.

New dawn rose

1. New Dawn rose

The New Dawn rose is a beautiful flower that has become one of the world’s favorite roses. This light pink favorite was introduced by Somerset Rose Nursery in 1930 and is classified as a Large-Flowered Climber (LCl).

Its blooms are light pink, quite full, and have a moderate scent. The bloom habit is mostly solitary but can also be found with double blooms. Its dark green foliage contrasts its deep pink blooms and orange-red hips, making it perfect for any garden or flower bed.

Light pink roses symbolize admiration, gentleness, and joy. They can also be used to convey sympathy or grace. Light pink roses are often given as a token of appreciation or affection and represent sweetness and innocence. The color light pink conveys the softness of emotions such as gratitude, admiration, joyfulness, tenderness, and sympathy in a gentle way that is less overwhelming than more vibrant colors like reds or pinks.

Queen of sweden rose

2. Queen of Sweden rose

The Queen of Sweden rose is a beautiful and hardy shrub rose with elegant flowers. It was introduced by David Austin Roses in 2004 and is classified as a landscape shrub rose, making it an ideal choice for flower beds or other landscape applications.

The flowers are full and have a slight fragrance, blooming in small clusters with light pink petals. A deeper shade of pink can be found on the reverse side of each petal, giving this rose variety its unique charm. Double blooms are common when grown in full sun.

Heritage rose - lighr pink

3. Heritage rose

The Heritage rose is a beautiful, light pink flower that has become one of the world’s favorite roses. Introduced by David Austin Roses in 1984, this English shrub-landscape rose is known for its deep pink blooms and dark green foliage.

The petals are lightly colored with a soft pink hue and have a strong fragrance that will make any garden smell amazing. This popular rose is also thornless, making it perfect for those who don’t want to worry about pricking their fingers when tending to their garden.

The Heritage rose can be planted in full sun or shade, making it ideal for small gardens or flower beds. It produces double blooms throughout the summer months and orange-red hips during the fall season – adding an extra pop of color to your outdoor space. Its flowers range from 26-40 petals, giving off a warm apricot tone with a white reverse that looks stunning against its dark green leaves.

Mlle cécile brünner rose

4. Mlle Cécile Brünner rose

Mlle Cécile Brünner rose is a beautiful flower with soft pink petals and dark green foliage. This Polyantha (Pol) rose was introduced by Pernet-Ducher in 1880 and has become one of the world’s favorite cultivars over the past 150 years. It produces deep pink blooms with a moderate fragrance that makes it perfect for flower beds, small gardens, or even as a gift on Valentine’s Day.

This thornless climbing rose can tolerate full sun or shade, making it an incredibly versatile plant to have in your garden. The double blooms open up into large flowers that show off their warm apricot reverse, surrounded by white petals, making them stand out from other popular flowers like red and yellow roses. After flowering, they develop orange-red hips, adding more color to your garden fairy tale.

5. Sweet Drift rose

The Sweet Drift rose is a beautiful and popular flower that has been beloved by gardeners for centuries. It was bred by Alain A. Meilland in 2010 and introduced to the world through Star Roses.

This light pink groundcover variety has small flowers that are very full and bloom in small clusters, perfect for adding color to any landscape or flower bed. Its lush foliage provides a stunning contrast to its deep pink blooms, making it an ideal choice for those seeking to bring vibrancy and elegance to their gardens without requiring expert gardening skills.

Strawberry hill rose

6. Strawberry Hill rose

The Strawberry Hill rose is a stunning shrub-landscape rose that has been around since 2006. It was introduced by David Austin Roses and has become one of the world’s favorite roses. This beauty features light pink, double blooms with an intense scent and small clusters of flowers. Its petals are full, and its foliage is dark green in color. Not only does it look beautiful in flower beds, but it also produces orange-red hips for added interest in your garden.

The Strawberry Hill rose is a beautiful flower that can be used to add color and charm to any garden. The Strawberry Hill rose boasts a striking, vibrant pink shade that renders it distinct from other roses, making it an ideal selection for gardeners desiring something out of the ordinary.

The fairy rose

7. The Fairy rose

The Fairy rose is a classic and timeless species of garden rose. It was introduced by J.A. Bentall in the 1930s, and it has been popular ever since.

This light pink beauty is a Polyantha type variety with light pink flowers that have no fragrance. Its deep pink blooms are perfect for flower beds, as they stand out against dark green foliage and orange-red hips that appear after the flowers fade away. Double blooms open to reveal petals of soft pink, making this an eye-catching addition to any garden or landscape.

This thornless climbing rose is one of the most popular roses in the world – from romantic relationships to baby showers, it’s a go-to gift for all occasions. When exposed to full sun or shade, the Fairy rose also produces warm apricot-colored reverse on its petals. This enchanting flower is the ideal choice for any garden, creating a truly magical atmosphere.

Gentle hermione rose

8. Gentle Hermione rose

Gentle Hermione rose is a popular and beloved English shrub rose that was introduced by David Austin Roses in 2005. It has light pink flowers, full petals, and an unmistakable strong myrrh scent. The blooms are small clusters, making them the perfect addition to any garden or flower bed. This hardy shrub can handle full sun or partial shade, and its dark green foliage provides a beautiful contrast against the deep pink blooms.

The double blooms open up to reveal warm apricot centers surrounded by white reverse petals making this variety look like something out of a storybook romance. Its shade-tolerant beauty means you don’t have to worry about too much direct sunlight when planting these lovely roses in even small gardens – they will thrive wherever you put them. So if you’re looking for something romantic yet resilient that won’t take over your entire yard, Gentle Hermione roses are definitely worth considering – they may just be the perfect fit for your outdoor space.

Pretty lady rose

9. Pretty Lady rose

Pretty Lady rose is a popular garden rose that has been around since 1997. It is a Floribunda (Fl) variety with light pink, double petal flowers, and a slight scent. This beauty of a flower will bring some color to your garden with its deep pink blooms.

The Pretty Lady rose can tolerate both full sun and shade, making it an ideal choice for small gardens or flower beds. Its dark green foliage provides the perfect backdrop for the soft pink blossoms while also offering orange-red hips in autumn as an added bonus.

The double blooms open up wide, revealing their sweet fragrance and inviting you into their fairytale world. A great thing about this hardy shrub is that it’s carefree wonder. No need to worry about thorns here – just enjoy the beauty of these roses from afar or get close enough to take in their delightful scent without fear of pricking yourself on any sharp edges.

10. Spice rose

The Spice rose is a popular garden rose that has been around for centuries. It’s classified as a China (Ch), and it has light pink double petals with a strong scent. Some people think this may be Hume’s Blush Tea-Scented China, one of the four original stud Chinas. In the summer heat, its blooms turn from light pink to almost white and have a peppery fragrance. Plus, it’s almost thornless. This shrub grows upright and bushy, reaching heights of 4-5 feet tall.

This hardy shrub makes an excellent addition to any flower bed or small garden because of its deep pink blooms, dark green foliage, and orange-red hips in the fall season. The Spice rose is also known for its large double blooms, which open up into full sun or shade-tolerant beauty perfect for romantic relationships or just making your yard look pretty. Its scent is often used in the perfume industry, too, so you can get creative with how you use these flowers.

Mary Jane Duford
Mary Jane Duford

Mary Jane Duford is a quintessential Canadian gardener. An engineer by trade, she tends to an ever-expanding collection of plants. In her world, laughter blooms as freely as her flowers, and every plant is raised with a dash of Canadian grit.

Mary Jane is a certified Master Gardener and also holds a Permaculture Design Certificate. She's also a proud mom of three, teaching her little sprouts the crucial difference between a garden friend and foe.

When she's not playing in the dirt, Mary Jane revels in her love for Taylor Swift, Gilmore Girls, ice hockey, and the surprisingly soothing sounds of bluegrass covers of classic hip-hop songs. She invites you to join her garden party, a place where you can share in the joy of growing and where every day is a new opportunity to find the perfect spot for yet another plant.

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