Iceberg Rose
Rosa 'Korbin'
The world's favorite white rose that blooms with unmatched abundance from spring until hard frost, covering itself in clusters of pure white flowers against clean green foliage. This virtually maintenance-free floribunda combines exceptional disease resistance with non-stop flowering, making it the perfect choice for gardeners who want maximum impact with minimal effort.
Sun
White-Tailed Deer
Zones
5–11
USDA hardiness
Height
1-8 feet
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Iceberg Rose · Zones 5–11
Growing Details
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Complete Growing Guide
Light: White-Tailed Deer, Cottontail Rabbit. Soil: Clay, Loam (Silt). Soil pH: Acid (<6.0), Neutral (6.0-8.0). Height: 1 ft. 0 in. - 8 ft. 0 in.. Spread: 1 ft. 0 in. - 6 ft. 0 in.. Spacing: Less than 12 inches, 12 inches-3 feet, 3 feet-6 feet, 6-feet-12 feet. Growth rate: Medium. Propagation: Grafting.
Harvesting
The accessory fruit is called a hip and forms after the flowers finish blooming. The hip will appear under the sepals of where the flower was after the flower dies. They will turn from green to red. They are filled with many achenes surrounded by irritating hairs.
Color: Green, Red/Burgundy. Type: Achene. Length: < 1 inch. Width: < 1 inch.
Garden value: Showy
Harvest time: Fall
Bloom time: Summer
Edibility: The fruit (called the hip) is edible.
History & Origin
Origin: Temp. & Subtropical Northern Hemisphere (such as Europe & Asia)
Advantages
- +Disease resistance: #showy flowers#fragrant flowers#heat tolerant#rose#tsc#cottage garden#security plant#high maintenance#English garden#cutting garden#border back#tsc-s#bee friendly#container plant#patio#hedge#prickles#shrub rose#cpp#walkway#HS111#HS303#hortcontest#nesting site#fpp
- +Wildlife value: Wildlife is attracted to the edible hips. Single-flowered species and cultivars are attractive to bees. Dead stems are used by stem-nesting bees.
- +Edible: The fruit (called the hip) is edible.
Companion Plants
Plant Together
Lavender
Repels aphids, spider mites, and other rose pests while attracting beneficial pollinators
Marigold
Deters nematodes, aphids, and whiteflies while adding colorful contrast
Garlic
Natural fungicide properties help prevent black spot and powdery mildew on roses
Catmint
Repels aphids and ants while attracting beneficial insects and providing blue-purple blooms
Allium
Strong scent deters aphids, thrips, and Japanese beetles from attacking roses
Clematis
Shares similar growing conditions and adds vertical interest without competing for nutrients
Chives
Prevents black spot disease and deters aphids with natural sulfur compounds
Parsley
Attracts beneficial insects like hoverflies that prey on rose aphids
Keep Apart
Black Walnut
Produces juglone toxin that stunts rose growth and can cause yellowing and death
Large Trees
Compete for water and nutrients while creating excessive shade that weakens roses
Impatiens
High water requirements compete with roses and shade can reduce flowering
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Excellent disease resistance, very hardy and reliable
Common Pests
Aphids, spider mites, Japanese beetles (minimal issues)
Diseases
Exceptional resistance to black spot, powdery mildew, and rust