Violet's Pride Floribunda Rose

Description

The Marie Ballard Aster Violet's Pride Floribunda Rose is a stunning variety that brings regal charm and sophisticated color to any garden. Known for its lush, violet-hued blossoms and compact growth, this floribunda rose is perfect for adding a touch of elegance to flower beds, borders, or even containers. The combination of vibrant flowers and pleasant fragrance makes it a true standout in your garden.

Key Features:

• Beautiful Violet Blooms: This rose produces exquisite, large clusters of vibrant violet flowers, providing an eye-catching display of color throughout the growing season.
• Long-Lasting Color: The blooms of Violet’s Pride offer an extended flowering period from late spring to fall, ensuring your garden stays colorful and lively.
• Compact Growth: With a neat, bushy habit, this floribunda rose is well-suited for smaller gardens, containers, or as part of a mixed border.
• Fragrant Flowers: Enjoy a sweet, light fragrance from each blossom, making it perfect for adding both visual appeal and a lovely scent to your garden space.
• Disease Resistance: This variety is known for its resilience and resistance to common rose diseases, making it easier to maintain and ensuring healthy, vigorous growth.

Specifications:

• Plant Type: Floribunda Rose (Rosa spp.)
• Flower Color: Violet, with a slight pink undertone
• Flower Size: Medium to large, approximately 3 inches (7 cm) in diameter
• Bloom Time: Repeat bloomer (late spring through fall)
• Height: 2 to 3 feet (60-90 cm)
• Spread: 2 to 3 feet (60-90 cm)
• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
• Hardiness Zones: 5-9
• Package Contains: [X] seeds

Ideal For:

• Flower Beds and Borders: The Violet’s Pride rose adds rich color and texture to flower beds and borders, enhancing any garden design.
• Container Gardening: Its compact size makes it a perfect choice for growing in pots, allowing you to enjoy its beauty on patios, balconies, or decks.
• Cut Flower Gardens: The plentiful and attractive blooms of Violet’s Pride are perfect for creating bouquets and floral arrangements.
• Low-Maintenance Gardens: With its disease-resistant properties, this rose requires minimal care, making it a great option for gardeners seeking a trouble-free, beautiful bloom.

Care Instructions:

• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, but ensure proper drainage to avoid waterlogging. Water deeply at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the foliage.
• Pruning: Prune in early spring to remove dead or damaged wood and to shape the plant. Regular deadheading of spent flowers will encourage further blooming.
• Fertilization: Use a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer to promote vigorous growth and abundant blooms.
• Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch to help retain moisture and keep the roots cool during hot weather. In colder climates, mulch around the base of the plant in late fall to protect the roots.