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 |