Roses are one of the most sought after flowers worldwide. They are laden with symbolism about love, enchantment, and romance.
However, as beautiful as they are, many roses have seemingly dulcet degrees of darkness, and those barely perceptible little thorns can make a nasty pinch.
If you have kids or pets, you might want to add new roses to your garden but are concerned with safety and the chance of losing a child or pet to one of those nasty little thorns, the good news is that there are a number of kind of roses that do not have thorns.
In this guide, we will introduce you to some of the most beautiful, or at least as beautiful as the thorned variety.
1 – Amadis Rambler
There are many rambling roses that are thornless and the Amadis rambling rose is one of the prettiest.
These beautiful flowers are great if you’re looking for some pergola decoration in your own backyard.
The drawback of this kind of rose is the blooming period is not that long.
Also, the fragrance is not very strong like some of the other thornless rose species.
2 – Cinderella Miniature
When you think about roses, most of the time you’re thinking about the larger flowers, but the Cinderella is awesome in the fact that its blooms are noticeably smaller.
What’s more – they come in a stunning array of colors that are anywhere between white and pink. So, this flower gives off quite a romantic feel.
The Cinderella miniature works great when used as a hedge rose as it will grow to a height of three feet.
They’re very hardy, so it will be fine if they dry out, but make sure they are in full sun.
3 – Shropshire Lad
The rose is the national flower of England and when you hear “Shropshire lad,” I don’t think of a more English name!
This was a rose bred by David Austin and is in fact a climbing rose.
The color of these roses is quite unmistakable which is usually why they are used as a decorative flower, plus the peach colour is pleasing!
They are also highly scented roses and make a great bordering plant. Being a climbing rose, you will need to give this flower some support as you build your border.
If well cared for, the Shropshire lad can easily reach eight feet in height, hence is suitable for safe and private borders.
4 – Tausendschön
If you’re looking for a fragrant rose that isn’t overpowering, then the tausendschon is one of the best options.
It has a light, yet slightly noticeable fragrance and gives gardeners vibrant pink flowers which bloom in clusters.
We would classify this as a thornless rose, although they have some very slight prickles, but since these are now thriving for over a century, it is safe to say our rose is a favorite!
And if you are trying to make a border, the maximum height of these roses of 12 feet will definitely do that job!
5 – Lady Banks
Another rose considered to be almost thornless is the lady banks rose, which would be well suited to cover arbors and pergolas.
This rose type is appropriate for cooler environments, so it would be easier to maintain even if conditions are less than desirable.
The lady banks rose does require full sun, so make sure you can offer it.
The bright yellow flowers are a great addition to any outdoor space!
6 – Reine Des Violettes
As you can probably guess from the name, this kind of rose that has no thorns produces very violet flowers and the flowers will continue to bloom over and over again.
What is so nice about this type of rose is that up to 10 feet tall so if someone were looking for some type of border and or more privacy that is perfect.
That being said: The reine des violettes also does very well as a climbing plant and at the onset of summer the blooms will really start to open up.
7 – Lykkefund
If you’re looking for a thornless rose with a phenomenal fragrance then look no further than the lykkefund.
Not only does it smell amazing but it also is a very pretty species of thornless rose with its ivory blooms that look very elegant and chic.
You will find that the flowers will show in spring but will continue to flower for a long time into summer.
However, don’t make the mistake that these roses are for smaller sized gardens because they are able to grow to fifteen feet. Be sure you have that suggested space in your yard if you plan to grow these beauties!
8 – Outta The Blue Shrub Rose
There’s lots of roses that are pink or white in color but if you want something more different and unique then the outta the blue shrub rose might just be for you.
Scent wise they have a beautifully distinctive color which I would say lies between blue and purple and they smell wonderful.
The thorn less rose is a hardy type of rose that usually can tolerate many conditions and many soil types.
The outta the blue rose will grow in many types of soil and conditions, it is truly hardy.
The plant is not super tall. Generally they will probably stop growing at about 6 feet.
9 – Kathleen Harrop
If you like the zephirine drouhin rose then this variant is likely to appeal to you.
It is also a fantastic option for anyone wanting a climbing plant and this will do very well as a climbing plant.
When Fully Grown – You can expect the kathleen harrop to grow to heights of ten feet that’s a fantastic improvement for people that are seeking out more privacy.
What’s amazing about this thornless rose is that it has way higher amounts of flowering than others and there is going to be continual displays well into the spring and summer months.
10 – Smooth Prince Hybrid Tea Rose
There are quite a few smooth hybrids of tea rose and all of them were created back in the 80s.
But if you are looking for something bright and thornless, then the smooth prince is going to excite you.
Not only does it have the amazing colors, but this is a wonderfully fragrant rose as well.
The flower itself is incredibly safe and experts say that it is safe to grow around children and elderly adults.
The flowers are incredibly vigorous and will produce flowers continuously to keep a color presence in your yard.
11 – Leander Hybrid Tea Rose
If you want a type of rose with no thorns that can be rewarding, then we would recommend the Leander hybrid tea rose.
But you also need to be aware this is the more sensitive (higher care) species, and it will require special care.
The Leander hybrid tea will produce magnificent large flowers from pink to yellow to peach if it is well cared for.
Additionally, it is a very fragrant rose which is usually appealing to many.
The good news is: as long as the conditions are right, the Leander hybrid tea rose will flower all year round.
Conclusion
If you love the idea of a wonderful rose garden, but don’t love the idea of those prickly thorns, then we hear ya!
But there is some happy news. Not all roses have thorns, or rather not all have very many!
If you’re interested in finding thornless roses, well this guide is just for you! Below are some of the most beautiful thorn-less, prickle-less varieties.