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Rosa Red Drift® (Groundcover Rose)

Rose Red Drift®, Rosa 'Meigalpio' PP17877, Groundcover Roses, Shrub Roses

Rosa 'Red Drift®', Rose 'Red Drift®', Rosa 'Meigalpio', Groundcover Roses, Red Roses
Rosa 'Red Drift®', Rose 'Red Drift®', Rosa 'Meigalpio', Groundcover Roses, Red Roses

Blooming its heart out, Rosa Red Drift® is a terrific groundcover rose which produces abundant clusters of very small, rich cardinal red flowers adorned with up to 15 silky petals. They open up in a softly cupped shape to reveal the stamens and stand out against the glossy deep green foliage that is noted for its strong disease-resistance. Blooming continuously from spring until frost, this rose is low maintenance and easy to grow. An exceptional choice for the landscape, the low, spreading habit of this rose makes it perfect for small gardens, along paths and walkways, or in containers.

Rosa Red Drift® belongs to the Drift® Groundcover Roses which are known for their compact size, long bloom season, bright colors, profuse flowering, disease resistance and winter hardiness.

  • Grows in a compact bush with an arching, graceful shape, up to 18 in. tall (45 cm) and 30 in. wide (75 cm).
  • Best grown in full sun in rich, fertile with adequate moisture, well-drained soils. Drift roses should be fertilized each spring with a slow-release or controlled-release fertilizer. Another application in late summer would help plants bloom better into the fall. Mulch is important as it reduces weed problems, and prevents the surface soil from drying out so quickly.
  • This ground-hugging, ever-blooming shrub is perfect for beds, borders, city gardens, cottage gardens, mass plantings or containers. It makes a stunning low hedge and can be used to edge a bed of taller shrubs.
  • Requires no special care. However, for best performance, it is recommended to cut it back every year in early spring after the last threat of frost has passed.

Requirements

Hardiness 4 - 11
Plant Type Roses
Plant Family Rosaceae
Genus Rosa - Shrub Rose, Rosa - Groundcover Rose, Rosa
Common names Rose
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Height 1' - 2'
(30cm - 60cm)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 30" (80cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Attracts Butterflies
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens
Garden Styles Traditional Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 4 - 11
Plant Type Roses
Plant Family Rosaceae
Genus Rosa - Shrub Rose, Rosa - Groundcover Rose, Rosa
Common names Rose
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Height 1' - 2'
(30cm - 60cm)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 30" (80cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Attracts Butterflies
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens
Garden Styles Traditional Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard
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