Iceberg Shrub Rose
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking consistent, season-long white blooms.
The Iceberg® rose is a highly acclaimed shrub rose, celebrated for its prolific blooming and pure white, double flowers. Each bloom, measuring about 3 inches, can have up to 24 petals, creating a lush appearance. This variety features a strong growth habit with attractive, shiny mid-green foliage. It is known for its continual blooming throughout the season, making it a reliable and beautiful addition to any garden. Its classic white blooms and vigorous nature have made it a favorite for decades.
$58.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2598
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+47%
Above average
Type
Shrub
/ Shrub
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a long-lasting, vibrant floral display
- Eco-conscious growers wanting to avoid chemical pesticides
- Busy homeowners looking for reliable, low-maintenance landscaping
Who should skip it
- Scent-focused gardeners prioritizing aromatic blooms
- Parents or pet owners concerned about sharp garden hazards
- Collectors searching for rare or unconventional plant varieties
Performance breakdown
Bloom Consistency
Continual flowering ensures a reliable display throughout the entire growing season.
Hardiness Range
Robust adaptability allows this variety to thrive across five climate zones.
Foliage Quality
Shiny mid-green leaves provide a lush backdrop for the white blooms.
Fragrance Intensity
The scent is subtle and light, prioritizing visual impact over aroma.
Growth Vigor
Strong, established growth habit makes this a low-maintenance garden staple.
Landscape Versatility
Compact size fits perfectly into borders, hedges, or standalone garden features.
Key Specs
Type
Shrub
Color
White
Fragrance
Lightly Fragrant
Hardiness Zone
5 - 10
Size
5' x 5'
Bloom Type
Double
Year Introduced
1958
SKU
SH126 GALLON
Features
- Pure white, double blooms with up to 24 petals
- Continual blooming throughout the season
- Strong-growing bush with shiny mid-green foliage
- Considered one of the finest roses ever developed
- Versatile classification as a Shrub rose
- Highly reliable
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Iceberg Shrub Rose for its exceptional quality and reliable performance. Reviewers frequently highlight the plant's vigorous growth and abundant, pristine white blooms that appear throughout the season. Its renowned disease resistance further contributes to a low maintenance experience, making it a favorite for both novice and experienced gardeners seeking a beautiful, dependable addition to their landscape. The rose establishes well and thrives, delivering consistent beauty year after year.
Know before you buy
This variety is known for its exceptional performance, producing a continuous display of white flowers throughout the entire growing season.
When fully grown, the Iceberg rose reaches approximately 5 feet in height and 5 feet in width. You should allow for this footprint to ensure proper air circulation and healthy growth.
The Iceberg rose is quite versatile and hardy, thriving in USDA zones 5 through 10. This wide range makes it a reliable choice for many different regions across the country.
The Iceberg rose is only lightly fragrant. While it is celebrated for its visual impact and continuous blooming, it is not a variety typically chosen for heavy perfume.
Each bloom is a classic, pure white double flower measuring about 3 inches across. With up to 24 petals per bloom, the flowers offer a lush, full look against the plant's shiny, mid-green foliage.
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