LONDON, May 10: A new rose has been named in honour of Catherine, Princess of Wales, to promote the therapeutic benefits of nature and gardening.

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) unveiled Catherine’s Rose, a coral-pink floribunda with a delicate scent of Turkish Delight and mango, as part of its mission to highlight how spending time outdoors supports mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing.

Proceeds from the sale of the rose will benefit the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. The Princess of Wales was treated at the Royal Marsden Hospital in west London for cancer last year.

The princess, who revealed her diagnosis in March 2024, underwent a course of preventative chemotherapy and completed her treatment in September. In January this year, she made a surprise visit to the hospital, expressing her gratitude to staff and encouraging patients by saying there is "light at the end of the tunnel."

According to the RHS, Catherine’s Rose attracts pollinators and is suitable for planting in mixed borders, as a hedge, in large containers, or in rose beds. The rose forms clusters of up to 15 blooms, each measuring between 8 and 12 centimetres. The plant itself grows to approximately 1.2 metres tall and 90 centimetres wide.

Clare Matterson, Director General of the RHS, said the rose would “raise awareness of how nature and gardening can help to heal.”

“We know how important this message is as every day we see how accessing nature and being outside is vital for our health and happiness,” she added.

An initial release of 15,000 Catherine’s Rose plants is scheduled for this autumn, with more to be made available in 2026.