Mothers Day

ROSA MOTHER’S DAY – Description

Latin Name: Rosa mother’s day
Common Name: Mother’s Day patio rose
Indoors or Outdoor: Outdoor
Size: 30-60 cm high and similar spread

Rosa Mother’s Day – Delivery

Delivery Info: Our Mother’s day roses are carefully packaged and shipped directly to your doorstep. Expect healthy and robust specimens ready to thrive in your garden.

Rosa Mother’s Day – Characteristics

Mature Size: Height: 30-60 cm x Spread: 30 x 60 cm
Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous
Preferred Position: Full sun to partial shade
Shape – Plant Characteristics: Patio rose (dwarf variety), perfect for pots thanks to its compact size. Serrated, small, dark green leaves and crimson flowers in clusters
Hardy or Not Hardy: Hardy

Rosa Mother’s Day – Uses

Uses in Garden: Pots and containers, Cottage garden, Formal garden, beds and borders

Rosa Mother’s Day – Characteristics

Preferred Planting Aspect: Requires a sunny spot
Is it Frost Hardy: Yes, it can tolerate light frost once established.
Fast or Slow Growing: Moderately fast-growing
Pruning Advice: Deadhead regularly to promote flowering during the growing season. Prune back in September or in late winter removing all weaker branches and the ones growing to the centre.

Rosa Mother’s Day – Planting Instructions in an Irish Climate

Planting Time: Spring (March to May) or early autumn (September to October), although potted plants can be planted year round in a frost-free ground
Instruction: Plant in well-drained, nutrient rich soil (roses are hungry plants)
Trench Preparation Instructions: No trench preparation necessary for potted plants.
Positioning of Plants: Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil.
Plant Spacing: Space plants 60-90 cm apart.

Facts About Rosa Mother’s Day

Mother’s day rose is a patio rose, i.e. a dwarf variety suitable for pots. This rose repeats flowering and will reward you with abundant crimson flowers throughout the summer.