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ROSA 'Rhapsody in Blue'
Commonly known as Rose
POLYANTHA & FLORIBUNDA
Clusters of purple flowers which fade to lilac with age. Wonderful fragrance. Vigorous pale green foliage
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowVarietal name 'Frantasia'. A very healthy rose
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Pests & DiseasesSee header 'ROSA'
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Place of originUK. Frank Cowlishaw. 1999.
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Rosa
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DeciduousModern shrub rose.
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Semi-doubleTwo rows of petals with conspicuous stamensThe odd petal is streaked with white. Central boss of yellow stamens
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Fully hardy
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Height1.2m (4ft)
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Spread90cm (36in)
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Scented flowersFragrance (1-10) 5-6, strong.
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Bee friendly
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous borderCottage gardenSuitable for small gardens
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile, humus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Roses - Care Guide