Mrs. B.R. Cant Tea Rose: Historic Southern Favorite

The Mrs. B.R. Cant tea rose, introduced in 1901 by Cant, is a beloved Southern garden staple with large, cupped, silvery-pink flowers and a strong tea fragrance. Known for its exceptional heat tolerance and reliability.

Classification and Heritage

Family: Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee)
Genus: Rosa (RO-zuh)
Cultivar: 'Mrs. B.R. Cant'
Hybridized by: Cant
Registered/Introduced: 1901

Growth Habit and Blooms

Large, spreading shrub 5–7 feet. Flowers 3–4 inches, silvery-pink, cupped, fully double. Strong tea fragrance. Repeat blooming.

Cultivation Tips

• Sunlight: Full sun.
• Soil: Well-drained, adaptable.
• Watering: Moderate; heat tolerant.
• Pruning: Light shaping.
• Hardiness: USDA zones 7–10.

Landscape Uses

Southern gardens, hedges, specimen. A true survivor in hot climates.