Rosa Strike It Rich (Grandiflora Rose)
Rose Strike It Rich, Rosa 'Wekbepmey' PP19144, Rosa 'Orientalia', Grandiflora Roses, Shrub Roses
Strongly fragrant, Rosa Strike It Rich is an exquisite Grandiflora rose with large clusters of full, cupped, golden-orange flowers, 4 in. across (10 cm), adorned with pale pink edges. Opening from long, elegant buds, the brilliant blossoms are borne on unusual red stems and packed with up to 37 petals. They emit an intense sweet spice and fruit fragrance. Blooming profusely in flushes from spring to fall, they contrast nicely with the foliage of semi-glossy, dark green leaves. A tall, upright shrub, armed with thorns, which is both vigorous and disease resistant.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society and 2007 All-America Rose Selection - the most prestigious rose award in the USA
- Grows up to 4-6 ft. tall (120-180 cm) and 4-5 ft. wide (120-150 cm).
- An excellent choice for beds, borders, flowering hedges, or containers. Stunning when mass-planted. Excellent cut flowers.
- Best grown in full sun, in rich, fertile with adequate moisture, well-drained soils.
- Excellent disease resistance.
- Propagate by hardwood cuttings in autumn or by chip budding in summer.
- Bred by Tom Carruth (United States, 2005).
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Requirements
Hardiness | 5
– 9 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Roses |
Plant Family | Rosa - Grandiflora Roses, Rosa - Shrub Roses, Rosa - Roses |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
Spread | 4' – 5' (120cm – 150cm) |
Spacing | 60" (150cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Cutting Garden, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
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Requirements
Hardiness | 5
– 9 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Roses |
Plant Family | Rosa - Grandiflora Roses, Rosa - Shrub Roses, Rosa - Roses |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
Spread | 4' – 5' (120cm – 150cm) |
Spacing | 60" (150cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Cutting Garden, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
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