About Queen Elizabeth Potted Rose Bush

Rosa ‘KORbin’ Queen Elizabeth

The Queen Elizabeth Potted Rose Bush is one of the most famous Grandiflora roses ever introduced — tall, stately, and covered in elegant shell-pink blooms held high above the foliage. It’s a classic for cutting gardens, borders, and anyone who wants a rose with real presence.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Grandiflora
🧬 Breeder: Lammerts (USA)
🎨 Color: Soft shell-pink
🌸 Petal Count: ~30–40 petals
💠 Bloom Form: High-centered blooms carried in clusters
📏 Bloom Size: ~4–5″
🔁 Flowering: Repeat blooming from late spring through fall
🧴 Fragrance: Light, sweet rose scent
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent — long stems and refined form

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Tall, upright, architectural shrub
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–9
📐 Spacing: ~3–4′ apart
↕️ Height: ~5–6′
↔️ Width: ~3–4′

🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Good — benefits from standard care
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Strong performance in most climates; holds color well in sun
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Intermountain West • Southwest • Southeast • Mid-Atlantic • Midwest • Northeast • Pacific Northwest