Shrub Rose (moyesii hybrid)
Scented, single, cream-centred, cherry-red flowe
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| Scented, single, cream-centred, cherry-red flowers in May and June, and dainty, mid- to dark green leaves. This vigorous species rose is perfect for sunny, less informal areas of the garden. Although it only flowers once, its spectacular, flagon-shaped, orange-red hips provide autumn interest.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: May and JuneFlower colour: cherry-redOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Before planting shorten thick roots to 25cm (10in) and reduce top-growth to an outward-facing bud 8-15cm (3-6in) above ground-level. Plant during a frost-free spell, incorporating well-rotted organic matter and a balanced fertiliser into the planting hole. Ensure that the `bud union` (the bulge at the base of the shoots) is 2.5cm (1in) below the soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum `Roseum`, Pulmonaria officinalis `Sissinghurst White`, Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alc |
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