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Growth Rate
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- Speed: Fast-growing, making it an ideal groundcover rose.
- Mature Growth: Reaches 1-2 feet tall and spreads 2-3 feet wide, forming a dense, spreading mat that provides excellent coverage for garden beds or slopes.
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Colorful leaves
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Flowering
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Yes |
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Bloom Color
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Ornamental Berries
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Disease resistant
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Yes |
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Cold Tolerant
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No |
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Heat Tolerant
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Yes |
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Drought Tolerant
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Yes |
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Deer Resistant
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No |
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Edible
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No |
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Wildlife Attraction
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- Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators are drawn to the flowers for their nectar.
- Wildlife Resistant: Thorny stems help deter deer and other browsing animals.
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Self-pollinating
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Seasonality
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- Foliage Season: Spring to fall (deciduous).
- Flowering Season: Late spring to fall (May to October).
- Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5-9
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Ideal For
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- Groundcover
- Borders and edging
- Mass plantings
- Containers
- Cottage gardens
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Leaf Description
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- Color: Glossy dark green leaves.
- Form: Compound leaves with 5-7 leaflets, providing a dense, lush appearance that contrasts beautifully with the pink blooms.
- Fall Interest: Leaves turn yellow before dropping in the fall, providing a seasonal change in color.
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Flower Description
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- Color: Soft pink blooms with a delicate, slightly darker pink center.
- Form: Semi-double flowers with 10-15 petals per bloom, measuring about 2-3 inches across. Blooms appear in large clusters.
- Bloom Time: Continuous blooming from late spring through fall, offering multiple flushes of flowers throughout the season.
- Fragrance: Mildly fragrant, adding a soft scent to the garden.
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Planting Instructions
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- Planting Time: Best planted in spring or fall when temperatures are cooler.
- Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Thrives in slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0).
- Planting Depth: Plant with the crown slightly below the soil surface. If planting bare root roses, soak the roots in water before planting.
- Spacing: Space plants 2-3 feet apart for full ground coverage and optimal airflow.
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Pruning & Maintenance
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- Timing: Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Deadhead spent blooms throughout the growing season to encourage continuous flowering.
- Method: Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches, and lightly shape the plant. Thin out the interior to improve air circulation. Regular pruning helps maintain its compact form.
- Winter Care: In colder climates, apply a layer of mulch around the base for winter protection.
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Water Needs
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- Watering Frequency: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, water deeply and consistently, especially during dry spells.
- Soil Moisture: Keep the soil evenly moist but avoid waterlogged conditions. Mulching helps retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
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Light Needs
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- Light Exposure: Thrives in full sun. At least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day is essential for optimal flowering and plant health.
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Harvesting
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✂️ Harvesting Blooms- Timing: Harvest blooms in the early morning when temperatures are cool, and the flowers are partially open. This ensures maximum vase life and fragrance retention.
- Technique: Use clean, sharp pruners to cut stems at a 45-degree angle just above a 5-leaflet node. This encourages healthy regrowth and continued blooming.
- Post-Harvest Care: Immediately place cut stems in lukewarm water. Remove any foliage that would be submerged to prevent bacterial growth.
- Deadheading: Regularly remove spent blooms to promote continuous flowering throughout the growing season.
🍊 Harvesting Rose Hips- Formation: To allow rose hips to develop, cease deadheading in late summer. This permits the flowers to mature into hips.
- Maturity: Rose hips typically ripen in late summer to early fall, turning a vibrant red-orange color. Harvest when they are firm and fully colored.
- Harvesting Tips:
- Use gloves and pruning shears to snip hips from the plant, minimizing damage to the stems.
- Avoid harvesting hips that are green, overly soft, or shriveled, as these may be under- or overripe.
- Usage: Rose hips are rich in vitamin C and can be used to make teas, jams, jellies, or dried for later use.
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Fertilizing
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- Fertilization Time: Fertilize in early spring and again in mid-summer after the first flush of blooms.
- Fertilizer Type: Use a balanced rose fertilizer or organic slow-release fertilizer to support healthy growth and promote continuous blooming.
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Additional Care Tips
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- Mulching: Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and protect the roots from temperature fluctuations. Keep mulch away from the crown to prevent rot.
- Drought Tolerance: While roses prefer consistent moisture, Vigorosa® Sweet can tolerate short periods of drought once established.
- Pests and Diseases: Highly resistant to common rose diseases such as black spot and powdery mildew. Proper pruning, watering at the base, and good air circulation will further prevent any issues.
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Pollination
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- Pollination Type: Pollinated by bees, butterflies, and other insects. The flowers are self-pollinating but benefit from pollinator activity.
- Rose Hips: After flowering, Rosa Vigorosa® Sweet may produce small rose hips in the fall, adding interest to the landscape and providing food for birds.
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Companion Plants
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- Lavandula (Lavender)
- Salvia
- Nepeta (Catmint)
- Coreopsis
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