The Pope John Paul II rose produces large & luminous pure white blossoms with a delightful, fresh citrus fragrance. The lavishly petaled flowers shine against the abundance of dark green foliage. Comments: Larger flower size in the cool spring. More pink in cooler conditions.

The Rosa 'Pope John Paul II' is a white Hybrid tea rose cultivar, developed by Jackson & Perkins in honor of Pope John Paul II.

As well-known in the rose world as the man for whom it's named, the 'Pope John Paul II' hybrid tea is simply one of the most beautiful and exceptional roses you will ever grow. Its 5-inch blooms are a pure, clean white and emit a wonderful fresh citrus fragrance.

Dec 12, 2023 · ‘Pope John Paul II’ has received prestigious awards for its delightful fragrance, robust growth, impeccable flowers, and resistance to diseases. It is undeniably one of the most exquisite and remarkable white roses you can grow in your garden.

Specifically chosen by the Vatican for their gardens to honor Pope John Paul II, these rose shrubs feature award-winning pure white 5-inch blooms with up to 50 petals each. They flush from late spring to late fall and can rebloom with vigor with a little deadheading throughout the summer.

Enjoy the masterful performance of this exceptional hybrid tea—so highly regarded because its abundant flowers are crafted in a perfect, classic form over disease resistant foliage. It's vigorous—easily growing upright, full and bushy. No need to deadhead, either.

Commemorative hybrid tea rose in honor of the late Pope John Paul II. The luminous, pure white rose with a crisp refreshing fragrance was specifically chosen by the Vatican to honor John Paul II and will be planted this year in the Vatican gardens overlooking Saint Peter’s Basilica.