Rosa x floribunda Pear

Rosa Pear produces clusters of medium-sized, single to semi-double flowers in a delicate seashell pink colour. They emit a subtle spicy fragrance. Its petals are edible with a slightly tangy taste and a hint of pear that works wonders in fruit salads, confectionery, jams, and jellies. It blooms in successive waves, from June to October. This modest-sized bush is resistant to diseases. It is perfect in borders and pots, and its flowers are beautiful in bouquets. Place this variety away from the scorching afternoon sun to preserve the delicate colour of the flowers.

This floribunda bush rose is a recent creation by Pheno Geno Roses, a specialist in the development of edible roses. Each variety has been carefully selected and tested to offer the best flavour and texture. These floriferous and organic-friendly roses provide an abundance of delicious and delicate flowers to use and enjoy in the garden, on a patio, and in the kitchen.

Rosa Pear forms a small bushy and upright shrub, reaching an average height of 70cm (28in) and a width of 40cm (16in). Its growth rate is rapid. Its thorny stems are covered with lush dark green foliage that is resistant to diseases under proper growing conditions. The deciduous foliage falls in autumn. The flowers bloom in successive waves between June and October. They are medium-sized (8cm (3in)), composed of 36 petals. Each one opens in a delicate shade of pink that quickly fades to white-pink over time. The flowering takes the form clusters of several flowers. Their fragrance is moderately pronounced, in a spicy register, and will be more noticeable in calm and warm weather.

Rosa Pear fits well in a small flower bed, alongside pink, white, or mauve flowers that won't overshadow its delicate colour. Combine it with annual delphiniums, perennial flax, lavender, or pink to white foxgloves, for example. It will also add a romantic touch to perennial flower beds and large borders. Roses pair perfectly with catmints, lavender, bellflowers, paniculate baby's breath, and herbaceous or climbing clematis. You can also plant it in front of taller shrubs or roses, or use it to fill the base of a small tree, which it will adorn with charm.

In the kitchen

Ideally, harvest in the morning. Use the petals of fully bloomed but not faded flowers (they quickly lose their aroma). Only consume flowers from untreated plants. You can use them in confectionery, to flavour jellies, jams, fruit salads, prepare syrup, or to flavour beverages.