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The World's Oldest Rose Bush

As it turns out, rose bushes can live for a very long time. In fact, the oldest rose bush in the world, located near the St. Mary’s Cathedral in Hildesheim, was planted in the year 800. To this day, the bush is going strong despite having been burnt during World War 2. In fact, the bush has grown so much in recent years that it almost covers the entire cathedral. The bush still blooms light pink roses during the Summer months.

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The residents of Hildesheim see the bush as a symbol of resilience and fortitude because it has withstood so much throughout its time.