About Pearlescent™ Potted Rose Bush

Rosa ‘Radfragwhite’ PP 22,988 Pearlescent™

Pearlescent™ is a classic shrub rose by William J. Radler, offering pure-white, double blooms edged in a subtle pink blush as the weather cools. Its intoxicating citrus-flower fragrance fills the air, while lush, blue-green foliage and a continuous bloom habit make it a standout in garden borders, containers, or as a graceful specimen.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Shrub Rose
🧬 Breeder: William J. Radler (USA); introduced by Star® Roses & Plants
🎨 Color: Pure white with delicate pink edging in cooler weather
🌸 Petal Count: Medium double (17–25 petals)
💠 Bloom Form: Cupped, ruffled, mostly solitary blooms
📏 Bloom Size: ~2.25″ (5–6 cm) across
🔁 Flowering: Repeats in flushes from spring through frost
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent—petals stay beautifully intact for cutting
🧴 Fragrance: Strong citrus-flower scent

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Tall, bushy, upright shrub
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–9
📐 Spacing: ~3–4 ft (90–120 cm)
↕️ Height: ~4–5 ft (120–150 cm)
↔️ Width: ~3–3.5 ft (90–105 cm)

🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Good—bred for vigor and clean foliage
🌎 Regional Recommendations: Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Pacific Northwest, Southeast, Southwest