Watercolors Home Run Shrub Rose

Description

The Marie Ballard Aster Watercolors Home Run Shrub Rose is a spectacular addition to any garden, known for its vibrant, multicolored blooms and robust performance. This low-maintenance shrub rose is perfect for gardeners looking for a vibrant pop of color and a reliable bloomer. With its disease resistance and repeat blooming nature, it is ideal for adding long-lasting beauty to flower beds, borders, or as a standout feature in landscaping.

Key Features:

• Vibrant, Multi-Colored Blooms: The Watercolors Home Run rose showcases a stunning blend of orange, red, yellow, and pink tones, making it a true standout in any garden.
• Disease Resistance: This variety is highly resistant to common rose diseases, including black spot, mildew, and rust, ensuring a healthy and beautiful plant with minimal care.
• Repeat Bloomer: Enjoy vibrant blooms from spring through fall, with multiple waves of color throughout the season.
• Compact and Upright Growth: Its compact size and upright growth habit make it perfect for borders, small gardens, or containers, offering both beauty and structure.
• Fragrant Blooms: The flowers emit a light, pleasant fragrance, perfect for creating a sensory experience in your garden.

Specifications:

• Plant Type: Shrub Rose (Rosa spp.)
• Flower Color: A stunning mix of orange, red, yellow, and pink
• Flower Size: Medium (3-4 inches in diameter)
• Bloom Time: Repeat bloomer (spring to fall)
• Height: 2 to 3 feet (60-90 cm)
• Spread: 2 to 3 feet (60-90 cm)
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
• Hardiness Zones: 5-9
• Package Contains: [X] seeds

Ideal For:

• Flower Beds & Borders: Perfect for adding colorful accents to flower beds, borders, or as a foundation planting.
• Low-Maintenance Gardens: With its disease resistance and self-sufficient nature, it is ideal for low-maintenance gardeners who want a stunning display without constant upkeep.
• Containers & Patio Gardens: Compact growth makes this rose a great choice for containers, adding a burst of color to patios or balconies.
• Cut Flower Arrangements: The vibrant blooms and long-lasting nature of the Watercolors Home Run rose make it an excellent choice for fresh floral arrangements.

Care Instructions:

• Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring that the soil remains moist but not waterlogged. Water at the base to avoid wetting the foliage.
• Pruning: Prune in early spring to remove dead or damaged wood. Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage new blooms.
• Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer designed for roses. A mid-season feed can promote additional blooms.
• Mulching: Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and protect roots during the winter months.