Rose ‘Pope John Paul II’ – A Heavenly White Rose with Majestic Fragrance
 
Elevate your Toowoomba garden with the pure elegance and divine fragrance of Rose ‘Pope John Paul II’. This exceptional hybrid tea rose is celebrated around the world for its luminous white blooms, intense perfume, and noble heritage – making it a prized feature in any formal bed, rose garden or devotional planting.
 
Blooms of Remarkable Purity and Grace
The ‘Pope John Paul II’ rose presents flawless, radiant white petals that unfold into full, high-centred blooms reaching up to 15cm across. Each flower bears a luxurious fragrance - a rich citrus and rose scent - that fills the air and lingers long after it’s been cut. This is a rose that truly engages the senses.
 
Award-Winning Performance and Disease Resistance
Developed by renowned American breeder Keith Zary, this rose has earned multiple international accolades for both its beauty and performance. ‘Pope John Paul II’ exhibits strong disease resistance and a vigorous growth habit, producing an abundance of flowers throughout the season on long stems ideal for cutting.
 
Perfect for Toowoomba’s Garden Climate
This rose flourishes in Toowoomba’s temperate climate, with its cool winters encouraging strong root growth and its warm, sunny days enhancing blooming and fragrance production. Whether planted in a feature bed, formal row, or devotional garden, ‘Pope John Paul II’ brings enduring elegance and symbolism to your outdoor space.
 
Ideal Uses
Feature rose in formal rose gardens or memorial beds
Stunning cut flower with long stems and heady perfume
Meaningful gift for baptisms, weddings, or tributes
White-themed borders and devotional garden plantings
Planting & Care Tips for Toowoomba Gardeners
Position: Full sun (at least 6 hours per day)
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with compost
Pruning: Winter pruning in Toowoomba (July) to encourage strong spring growth
Feeding: Use a quality rose fertiliser in early spring and late summer for best results
Watering: Deep watering 2–3 times per week in warm months, especially during dry spells
 
Specifications
Height: 1.2m
Width: 1m
Fragrance: Strong citrus and rose scent
Flower Colour: Pure white
Type: Hybrid Tea
Breeder: Keith Zary (USA)
Awards: All-America Rose Selection Winner
 
🌹 Available Now at True Blue Garden Centre – Toowoomba’s Home of Premium Roses
Visit us in-store or shop online to bring the grace and serenity of Rose ‘Pope John Paul II’ to your garden today. Our expert staff are here to help you choose and care for the perfect rose to suit your space.