Deciduous Shrub – Floribunda Rose

Floribunda Rose

Botanical name: rosa hybrid ‘floribunda’ 

Beginner friendly?: no 

Average size at maturity: 2-4 ft in height with a 2-3 ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 5-9 

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 3-4 growing seasons 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: red, pink, orange, yellow, purple, white

Bloom time:  spring-winter 

Pruning instructions: prune to maintain desired shape and size in the late winter/early spring while the plant is still in dormancy 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the fall and winter months

Landscape use: borders/edging, hedge, container plant, pollinator garden 

Special features: long-lasting blooms, attracts pollinators, heat tolerant, fragrant blooms 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

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

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release balanced fertilizer once a year in the early spring before new growth begins to emerge 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil: sand, loam 

Companion plants: foxglove, salvia, lavender, marigold 

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no