Alba roses

Alba roses are an ancient group that dates back to Roman times and include historic gems such as The White Rose of York and The Jacobite rose. Analysis has shown them to be hybrids of  Rosa canina and Rosa gallica. 

They are the most easy roses to grow making good large, rounded shrubs and can take a good amount of shade. They have greyish green foliage and are very Hardy.

Alba's only bloom once, in late spring to early summer. Some of the most beautiful roses are Alba's. Examples are Félicité Parmentier, Mme Plantier, Königin von Danemark, Alba Semi-plena, Alba Maxima etc

So what you need to remember:

Bloom once but for 4 to 5 weeks

Make beautiful rounded shrubs (120X150)

First pruning after three years 

Prune immediately after flowering 

Come in white and shades of light pink 

Very hardy zone 4b

Shade tolerant 

Tolerant to poor soil 

Little diseases 

Strong fragrance