Iceberg Potted Rose Bush
Best low-maintenance shrub for gardeners seeking continuous, elegant white blooms.
The Iceberg™ Potted Rose Bush is a legendary white Floribunda rose, celebrated for its snow-white clusters of blooms, strong disease resistance, and continuous flowering. Introduced in 1958, it is widely regarded as one of the finest landscape roses ever developed. This bushy, rounded shrub thrives in full sun and is suitable for USDA Zones 5-10. It offers excellent vase life, making it ideal for bouquets, and emits a light, sweet scent. Its exceptional health and ease of care make it a standout choice for gardeners.
$77.00
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4.7
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Category Rank
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#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+95%
Above average
Rose Type
Floribunda
/ Floribunda
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a long-lasting display of white flowers
- Busy homeowners wanting a low-maintenance, healthy rose bush
- Landscapers needing a flexible plant for various garden designs
Who should skip it
- Fragrance lovers searching for a strong, classic rose scent
- Gardeners who prefer a strictly hands-off pest management approach
- Collectors looking for rare or visually dramatic rose varieties
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Sets the industry standard for health and resilience against common ailments.
Bloom Consistency
Delivers a reliable, non-stop display of white clusters until the frost.
Ease of Care
Forgiving nature makes it a perfect choice for novice rose gardeners.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and impressive vase life make these ideal for arrangements.
Climate Adaptability
Thrives across a wide range of zones with minimal environmental stress.
Fragrance Intensity
Offers a pleasant, subtle scent rather than an overpowering floral perfume.
Key Specs
Rose Type
Floribunda
Breeder
Reimer Kordes (Germany, 1958)
Introduced By
Weeks® Roses (USA)
Color
Pure white
Petal Count
20–25 petals per bloom
Bloom Form
Double clusters, traditional Floribunda form
Bloom Size
Medium (~3–4″)
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 5–10
Features
- Continuous flowering from spring to frost
- Exceptional disease resistance
- Performs reliably across climates
- Excellent vase life for bouquets
- Light, sweet fragrance
- Bushy, rounded shrub growth habit
- Easy to grow
- May require maintenance in humid environments.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Iceberg Potted Rose Bush for its exceptional quality and remarkable reliability. Reviewers frequently highlight its vigorous growth, abundant white blooms, and impressive disease resistance, making it a standout choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. The plant's consistent performance and ease of care contribute significantly to its high regard, ensuring a beautiful display season after season with minimal effort. This robust rose delivers enduring beauty and dependable results.
Know before you buy
The Iceberg is a continuous bloomer, meaning it will produce clusters of white flowers from late spring all the way until the first frost of the year.
It is considered one of the easiest roses to grow due to its exceptional disease resistance. While it is low-maintenance, you may need to monitor it more closely for fungal issues if you live in a particularly humid climate.
Yes, the Iceberg rose has an excellent vase life. Its medium-sized, double-form blooms hold up well once cut, making them a reliable choice for fresh bouquets.
For the best performance and consistent flowering, this rose should be planted in a location that receives full sun. Aim for at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily.
Yes, it features a light, sweet fragrance. While it is not an intensely perfumed rose, it provides a pleasant, subtle scent that is noticeable in the garden.
The Iceberg is hardy in USDA Zones 5 through 10. It is a highly adaptable shrub that performs reliably across a wide range of temperatures and environments.
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