Rose 'Bow Bells'

Susceptible to blackspot and mildew.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Bow Bells is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Bow Bells requires a loamy soil with a ph of 5.5 - 7.0 - it grows best in weakly acidic soil to neutral soil.

Hybrid variety. Will not grow reliably true to type from seed.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Bow Bells is a hardy plant.

Named after the bells of the church of St. Mary-le-Bow in London’s east end. London lore has it that a Cockney is a person “born within the sound of the Bow Bells”.

Registration name: AUSbells

¹ HelpMeFind entry for ‘Bow Bells’ rose

² “American Rose Society Encyclopedia of Roses”