17 Flowers that Look Like Roses

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Do you love roses and want to have similar plants in your garden? Here are 17 fantastic Flowers that Look Like Roses!

When it comes to beauty, roses simply stand out from the rest–the most popular flower around the world. If you too love these elegant blossoms, this article is for you.

Have a look at the flowers that look like sunflowers here


Flowers that Look Like Roses

1. Camelia

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Botanical Name: Camellia japonica

If you love roses, then Camelia is the best option for you! The arching petals come in a range of shades–the red and white colors are the most popular.

2. Peony

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Botanical Name: Paeonia

These pretty single and double perennial flowers have stunning similarities with roses and it comes in pink, magenta, white, and crimson shades.

3. Anemone

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Botanical Name: Anemonastrum

It opens petals in the morning and closes during the night–the colorful flowers have a dark and round center on a tall stem.

4. Hydrangea

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Botanical Name: Hydrangea macrophylla

The colorful four-petal florets look great when grown in small bunches. As they come in various colors, you can mix and match them up for a glorious display!

Check out our article on growing Hydrangeas here

5. Carnation

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Botanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllus

Carnations have many similarities with roses. These blooms have ruffled petals and look gorgeous in bouquets. For the best display, go for large-flowered carnations.

6. Begonia

Botanical Name: Begonia × tuberhybrida

Tuberous begonias are popular for their plump and ruffled flowers that look like roses. These come in spectacular shades of pink, yellow, orange, red, or white.

Have a look at the best types of Begonias you can grow here

7. Tulip

Botanical Name: Tulipa

Tulips come in a range of shades like pink, red, white, blue, and magenta. Just like roses, red tulips represent romance, love, and passion.

8. Buttercup

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Botanical Name: Ranunculus

Buttercups are another best alternative for roses and come in gorgeous shades of red, peach, yellow, orange, and white hues.

9. Dianthus

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Botanical Name: Dianthus

Double dianthus flower during summer and offers fragrant red, pink, magenta, and yellow blooms. Some multiple species can grow between 6-18 inches in height.

10. Double Impatiens

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Botanical Name: Impatiens wallerana

Double impatiens have a unique fusion of peonies and small roses. They are available in the shades of fuchsia, pink, and white.

11. Gardenia

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Botanical Name: Gardenia

This exotic flower has many similarities with roses and produces striking white flowers that are intensely fragrant. Varieties like daisy and variegata are easily available.

12. Dahlia

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Botanical Name: Dahlia

At first glance, dahlias may not look like roses, but in a bunch, they can confuse you with a close resemblance. The unique blooms are exquisitely pretty and come in a range of violet, magenta, and pink hues.

13. Double Anemone

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Botanical Name: Anemone coronaria

You can easily take Double Anemone for a rose from a distance. The plant stands out for its brilliant blooms that come in vivid shades of purple, red, and white.

14. Desert Rose

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Botanical Name: Adenium obesum

If you want a rose look-alike plant that grows slow, stays compact, and can be easily kept on a coffee table, then this is it! It blooms in beautiful shades of pink and red.

15. Poppy

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Botanical Name: Papaver

The sun-loving poppies bloom papery, tissue-like flowers in brilliant shades of orange, red, pink, yellow, and blue. Growing ‘Rose Chiffon’ variety is the closest you can get to rose in looks!

16. Lisianthus

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Botanical Name: Eustoma

Coming in both solid and bi-colors, the blooms look charming and quite rose-like. The best part is–the flowers last for 10-14 days!

17. Moss Rose

Botanical Name: Portulaca grandiflora

Moss rose are warm climate perennials, but you can grow them as annuals in a cold climate. These flowering plants are easy to grow and resemble miniature roses from a distance.

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