Description
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A vibrant, orange-hued shrub rose designed for sunny borders, mixed beds, and container drama. Repeat bloomer with a bright, warm presence and approachable charm.
Growth and Size
Habit: Upright shrub with a balanced, open form.
Size: Typically 34 ft tall and 23 ft wide (about 0.91.2 m by 0.60.9 m).
Canes: Sturdy, with glossy dark-green foliage.
Bloom and Fragrance
Bloom colour: Bright orange to apricot, often with lighter edges or centres for a sunlit glow.
Bloom form: Semi-double to double, about 23 inches (57.5 cm) across.
Flowering: Repeat bloomer from late spring through Autumn, with regular flushes.
Fragrance: Light citrus-rose aroma; pleasant without being overpowering.
Foliage and Health
Foliage: Glossy, medium-dark green leaves that provide strong contrast to the orange blooms.
Disease resistance: Moderate resistance to common shrub-rose issues; good airflow and proper spacing help minimize problems like black spot and powdery mildew.
Pests: Occasional aphids or mites; monitor and treat early if needed.
Light, Soil, and Water
Light: Full sun (6+ hours daily) for best bloom and vigour.
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH (roughly 6.06.8).
Water: Deep, regular watering at the base; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
Fertilization: Feed in spring with a balanced rose fertilizer, and again after the first major bloom flush.
Hardiness and Care
Hardiness: Suitable for USDA zones 59 with winter protection in the lower end of the range.
Pruning: Prune in late winter to early spring. Remove dead or diseased wood, thin crowded canes, and shape to encourage outward-facing growth.
Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage rebloom; monitor for pests and diseases and address promptly.
Uses and Landscaping
Ideal for: Garden borders, mass plantings, large containers, and as a colour focal point in mixed beds.
Design notes: Pair with blues, purples, and silvery foliage for contrast; works well as a standalone highlight or integrated into a vibrant rose border.
Availability and Packaging
Availability: Typically available in springearly summer; regional variations may occur.
Quick care tips
Plant in full sun with well-drained soil.
Water at the base to reduce foliar diseases.
Mulch 23 inches deep to conserve moisture and insulate roots.
Feed in spring and again after major bloom flush.
Prune annually to maintain shape and vigour.
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