Rosa Cherry Parfait™ (Grandiflora Rose)

Free-flowering, Rosa Cherry Parfait™ is an exquisite Grandiflora rose with abundant clusters of large, 4 in. across (10 cm), full (35-40 petals), cupped-to-flat, white flowers adorned with vermilion edges. Opening from elegant pointed buds, the blossoms have a mild, sweet fragrance and bloom almost continuously from spring to fall.

Free-flowering, Rosa Cherry Parfait™ is an exquisite Grandiflora rose with abundant clusters of large, 4 in. across (10 cm), full (35-40 petals), cupped-to-flat, white flowers adorned with vermilion edges. Opening from elegant pointed buds, the blossoms have a mild, sweet fragrance and bloom almost continuously from spring to fall. The bicolor flowers stand out against the lush foliage of dark green leaves. A compact, bushy, nicely rounded shrub rose that is heat tolerant and disease resistant. Perfect for beds, borders, or as a flowering hedge.

  • 2003 All-America Rose Selection – the most prestigious rose award in the USA.
  • Grows up to 4-5 ft. tall and 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.
  • Propagate by hardwood cuttings in autumn or by chip budding in summer.
  • Spring Pruning: Remove old canes and dead or diseased wood and cut back canes that cross. In warmer climates, cut back the remaining canes by about one-third. In colder areas, you'll probably find you'll have to prune a little more than that
  • Bred by Alain Meilland (1940-….) (France, 2000). Bred by Michèle Meilland Richardier (France, before 2000).

Requirements

Hardiness 5
– 9

Heat Zones 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'
– 5'
(120cm
– 150cm)
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, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden