Deciduous Shrub – Icecap Rose

Icecap Rose

Botanical name: rosa ‘meiradena’

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 2-3 ft in height and in spread 

Hardy zone: zones 4-9

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 2 growing seasons 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: white 

Bloom time:  spring – fall 

Pruning instructions: prune in the late winter/early spring, while the plant is still dormant and before new growth begins to emerge to maintain desired shape and size  

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the spring and summer months 

Landscape use: borders, mass planting, flower gardens 

Special features: re-bloomer, disease resistant, cold hardy 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2-4 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a balanced slow-release rose food once a month throughout the spring and summer seasons 

Best time to plant: spring or fall 

Best type of soil: loam 

Companion plants: yarrow, daisies, foxglove, sage 

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no