Morden Centennial Parkland Rose (pink)

Rosa ‘Morden Centennial’

Morden Centennial is a classic Parkland Series rose, bred in Canada for exceptional cold hardiness and reliability. It features soft pink, double blooms with a gentle fragrance, flowering repeatedly from early summer through fall. The blooms are elegant without being fussy, making this rose a longtime favourite for prairie gardens.

Developed to thrive in harsh winters, Morden Centennial is own-root, winter-tough, and low maintenance, requiring far less protection than traditional roses. Its upright, well-branched habit works beautifully in mixed borders, rose beds, and foundation plantings.

Plant Details

• Hardiness Zone: 2–7

• Mature Size: 3–4 ft tall × 3–4 ft wide

• Sun Exposure: Full sun (6+ hours for best flowering)

• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Water Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

• Soil Preference: Well-drained soil; adaptable to most garden soils

Why You’ll Love It

• Proven prairie-hardy rose bred in Canada

• Soft pink double flowers with repeat bloom

• Excellent winter survival with minimal protection

• Own-root rose (regrows true if winter dieback occurs)

• Ideal for low-maintenance landscapes

Care Tips

• Plant in full sun for best flowering and plant health.

• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots.

• Mulch to conserve moisture and protect the root zone.

• Prune in spring to remove winter damage and encourage new growth.

• No special winter covering required in most prairie locations.

Photo from Foothills Nursery