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Definition of heirloom rose

heirloom rose

Plural:heirloom roses
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A traditional or historical variety of garden rose, typically belonging to a class that existed before 1867, highly valued by gardeners for its intense fragrance, disease resistance, and historical lineage.

Example

"The gardener dedicated an entire section of her yard to cultivating a vibrant heirloom rose that filled the patio with its heavy, sweet perfume."

Word Nuance & Usage

In horticulture, the term 'heirloom rose' (often synonymous with 'old garden rose' or 'antique rose') specifically refers to classes of roses established before 1867, the year the first modern hybrid tea rose was introduced.

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Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Heirloom rose. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/heirloom-rose
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