Julia Child Floribunda Rose

Description

The Marie Ballard Aster Julia Child Floribunda Rose is a vibrant, award-winning rose that brings a splash of sunshine to your garden. With its fragrant, buttery yellow blooms and compact, bushy growth, this floribunda rose is perfect for adding cheerful color to any garden bed, border, or container. Named after the beloved chef Julia Child, this rose combines elegance and charm, making it a perfect addition to any rose lover’s collection.

Key Features:

• Vibrant Yellow Blooms: The Julia Child rose showcases clusters of soft, buttery yellow blooms that hold their color throughout the blooming season, adding a bright and cheerful pop to any garden.
• Fragrant Flowers: This floribunda rose emits a delightful fragrance, filling your garden with a sweet, fruity scent that attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.
• Compact Growth Habit: Known for its bushy, compact growth, this rose is perfect for smaller spaces, containers, or garden beds, offering a full, rounded shape that makes a statement.
• Repeat Blooms: Julia Child is a repeat bloomer, ensuring continuous color and fragrance from early summer until fall, providing months of beauty in the garden.
• Disease-Resistant: With good resistance to common rose diseases, this rose is easy to care for and maintains its beauty throughout the growing season.
• Perfect for Garden Beds and Containers: Whether planted in the ground or in pots, the Julia Child rose thrives and provides vibrant color, making it versatile for various gardening styles.

Specifications:

• Plant Type: Floribunda Rose
• Bloom Color: Butter yellow with soft golden undertones
• Bloom Shape: Medium-sized, fully double flowers with a rounded, cupped form
• Fragrance: Light, fruity fragrance
• Blooming Season: Repeat bloomer, from early summer to fall
• Height: 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm) when fully mature
• Spread: 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm)
• Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 5-9
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours per day)
• Watering Requirements: Regular watering, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH
• Package Contains: [X] floribunda rose plant(s) per pack (depending on size)

Ideal For:

• Garden Beds and Borders: Its compact size and repeat blooms make it an excellent choice for adding color to flower beds and borders.
• Containers and Pots: Perfect for container gardens, the Julia Child rose thrives in pots, making it a great addition to patios, decks, and balconies.
• Fragrance Gardens: With its pleasant, light fragrance, this rose is ideal for adding aromatic beauty to any garden.
• Low-Maintenance Gardening: This rose is an excellent choice for gardeners who want the beauty and fragrance of roses without the extensive care often associated with them.

Care Instructions:

• Planting: Choose a location that receives full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day). Ensure the soil is well-drained and slightly acidic to neutral.
• Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil evenly moist. Avoid overwatering or allowing the soil to stay soggy, as this can lead to root rot.
• Pruning: Prune the Julia Child rose in early spring to remove dead or damaged wood and encourage strong growth. After the first round of blooms, deadhead spent flowers to promote additional blooms.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth. Reapply in mid-summer to ensure continuous blooming.
• Winter Care: In colder climates, provide a layer of mulch around the base of the plant in late fall to protect it from freezing temperatures.