A striking and sophisticated rose named in honor of a beloved American icon. The John F. Kennedy Hybrid Tea Rose boasts pristine white blooms with a soft, luminous sheen that seem to glow in the sunlight. Its classic form and long stems make it a stunning choice for cutting gardens and elegant arrangements. With a light, refreshing fragrance and strong, upright growth habit, this variety brings both grace and resilience to any rose collection.
Rose Profile
John F. Kennedy
Color: White/Cream
Class: Hybrid Tea
Introduced: 1965
Best Zones: 7-13
Bloom Form: High-Centered
Repeat Bloom: Yes
A striking and sophisticated rose named in honor of a beloved American icon. The John F. Kennedy Hybrid Tea Rose boasts pristine white blooms with a soft, luminous sheen that seem to glow in…
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At a Glance Profile
Hybrid Tea
White/Cream
- Registered Name
- JFK
- Also Known As
- • BOEgif
• BOEgil
• J.F. Kennedy
• JFK
• John Kennedy
• President John F. Kennedy - Breeder
- Eugene S. Boerner
- Seller
- Flourish, Grace Rose Farm, Gurney's Seed and Nursery, Jackson & Perkins, Wildwood Nurseries, Witherspoon Rose Culture
- Introduced
- 1965
- Best Zones
- 7-13
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| Gurney's Seed and Nursery | John F. Kennedy Hybrid Tea Rose - Standard (Qty - 1) | Spring | $34.99 | — | Visit Seller |
| Gurney's Seed and Nursery | John F. Kennedy Hybrid Tea Rose - Standard (Qty- 1) | Spring | $29.99 | — | Visit Seller |
| Flourish | John F Kennedy | Flourish Roses LLC | — | — | Visit Seller |
| Grace Rose Farm | John F. Kennedy Potted Rose Bush - Estate Rose ™ Potted Rose Bush | $129.00 | — | Visit Seller |
| Jackson & Perkins | John F. Kennedy Hybrid Tea Rose | $29.95 | — | Visit Seller |
| Wildwood Nurseries | Bare Root / Grafted | $64.99 | — | Visit Seller |
| Witherspoon Rose Culture | Bareroot (Ship or Pickup Feb 2 - Apr 27) | $38.99 |
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| Witherspoon Rose Culture | Potted (Pickup in store only starting Apr 2026) | $44.99 |
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