Pope John Paul II

Among the finest, most fragrant white roses of all time, this exceptional Hybrid Tea has received top ratings for vigorous growth, bushy full habit, disease resistance, abundance of flower & perfect flower form. 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.

General Information

  • Class Hybrid Tea
  • Cultivar cv. JACsegra
  • Patent Pat.#19,107
  • Plant Habit Medium-tall
  • Growth Habit Very upright, bushy
  • Plant Height 4' to 5'
  • Stem Length Long
  • Foliage Color Rich dark green
  • Disease Resistance Very good
  • Flower Color Clean pure white
  • Bud Form Pointed, elegant
  • Flower Size Large, up to 6-inch diameter
  • Flower Form Full, classically formed
  • Petal Count Over 45
  • Parentage Secret x Fragrant Lace
  • Hybridizer Dr. Keith Zary
  • Intro Year 2013
  • Introduced By Jackson & Perkins Co.
  • Fragrant List Fragrant