You may be drawn to a rose for any number or reasons. One aspect to consider is its bloom cycle. Some roses bloom throughout the growing season and some put on one show-stopping display per year. We’ve laid out our terms below so you can easily understand what to expect from the rose you choose.
Continuous (or “ever-blooming”) Roses
These roses are known for producing flowers throughout the growing season. While the word continuous sounds like they never stop blooming, all roses naturally take short breaks between their bloom cycle. This is especially true during heat waves and colder weather. Under good conditions, you can expect regular flushes of flowers from early summer until the plant slows down for dormancy.
Repeat-blooming (or “remontant”) Roses
Repeat-blooming roses flower more than once a season, often in distinct flushes. The first flush is often the biggest, with later ones being a bit lighter, and the pauses between them can vary depending on the weather and the plant’s energy. These roses are great if you want colour in the summer, with natural ups and downs in between.
Once-blooming (or “single flush”) Roses
Once-blooming roses put on one big, beautiful show each year. Typically, this lasts a few weeks, and then they’re done until the following season. Many heritage and species roses fall into this group. Their single bloom period can be spectacular, and they often make up for fewer bloom cycles with incredible fragrance or character.
