Rosa 'Pink Robusta' (Pink Robusta Rose or Shrub Rose)


Botanical Information

FamilyRosaceae
GenusRosa
Cultivar'Pink Robusta'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)
OriginKordes Roses International, Germany, 1986.
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Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5-9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height150-185 cm
Spread100-150 cm
Flowering PeriodJune, July, August, September, October

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionVigorously growing vertical shrub with branching thorny stems that bare lightly fragrant semi-double pale pink and creamy white flowers.
CultivationWell-drained fertile soil in a ventilated area with full sun, can tolerate partial shade.
PestsBlack spot.
Notable SpecimensThe Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Flower DescriptionBares a pink colour and holds a mild to strong fragrance. Each flower consists of 15 petals and measures at an average diameter of 10 cm.

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