- Knockout rose
Botanical name: rosa radrazz
Beginner friendly?: yes
Average size at maturity: 3 – 6 ft in height and 3 – 4 ft spread
Bloom time: spring to fall
Hardy zone: Zones 5-10
Flower color: shades of red, pink, coral, and yellow
Foliage color: green
Growth rate: about 2 ft a year
Pruning needs: Can be pruned heavily in the late winter/early spring to maintain a certain size
Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge
Landscape use: commonly planted along a fence for a colorful border. Also great for surrounding beds.
Light needs: full sun, 6 – 8 hours of sunlight a day
Special features: does not require deadheading
Water needs: requires weekly soaking the soil at least 2 inches deep
Fertilizing needs:Fertilize with your rose fertilizer of choice once a month during the growing season
Best time to plant: spring or fall
Best type of soil: sandy
Companion plants: kaleidoscope abelia, yarrow, parsley
Toxicity level: not toxic to humans or pets
Invasive species: no
