Dark Purple Roses

Every rose garden is a breathtaking view of a variety of colors, hues, shapes, and sizes. No two roses are alike and every rose deserves recognition for the beauty that it possesses. However, of all of the rose varieties, there may be none other as striking as dark purple roses. Dark purple roses come in an assortment of tones and the color and richness of each rose will depend upon the breed you select. When used in the garden, dark purple roses are sure to add variety and look splendid with other plants as well. It is important to ensure that you space your roses according to the recommendations that come with your plant to ensure that they grow in the best possible manner.

Dark purple roses look splendid by themselves, or when nestled amongst other roses of contrasting colors. You can add visual appeal by sprinkling purple roses between white and pink roses, or by grouping them together as a central focal point. Some of the dark purple roses are sometimes referred to as black roses, so it is important to make certain that you are in fact, planting dark purple and not black roses.

Many of the purple roses are from the English or Austin Variety while others are hybrids or crosses between other roses. Though every gardener would love to have purple roses, it’s important to select roses that are best suited for your hardiness zones. Though the avid gardener may attempt to grow a beautiful specimen indoors in a container, the novice gardener may find the results to be disappointing. However, don’t give up. Keep trying different purple roses until you find the one that rewards you with many years of fragrant violet blooms. Take your time to research each rose until you find the one that is best suited for your needs.

Here are some of the most widely known varieties of dark purple roses. The Purple Tiger rose is a beautiful mauve shade and is revered for its extremely fragrant blooms. It grows between 24-36 inches in height and is widely appreciated for its striped appearance. The Purple Tiger is a stunning attraction to any rose garden and is highly valued by rose enthusiasts.

Another beautiful purple rose is the Louis XIV. These roses ranged from a sultry deep red to stunning black. It picks up a variety of purple hues along the way. For those looking for a striking velvety purple rose, the Louis XIV is sure to impress. This rose is best suited for those in Zone 6.

With its deep pinks to dark purples, the Prospero rose is another wonderful addition to the colorful rose garden. Suitable for those in zones 5b through 10b, the Prospero rose may also thrive in other zone climates, as long as provisions are made to ensure its protection from the elements. Prospero is known for thriving in containers, as it is a smaller rose, averaging less than 2 feet in height.

The Prince is a vibrant purple English Rose that grows to about 3 feet in height. It is recommended for zones 5a through 10 a, and ranges in shades from deep red to purple. It is known for its strong fragrance and blooms repeatedly in late spring and early summer.