Rosa Mother Of Pearl® (Grandiflora Rose)
Rosa Mother of Pearl® is an exquisite Grandiflora rose with small clusters of large, 3.5 in. across (9 cm), full (35 petals), soft, pale pink flowers. The luminous blossoms emit little fragrance and bloom profusely in flushes from spring to fall. Their color is set off beautifully by the shrub’s lush foliage of semi-glossy, dark green leaves.
Rosa Mother of Pearl® is an exquisite Grandiflora rose with small clusters of large, 3.5 in. across (9 cm), full (35 petals), soft, pale pink flowers. The luminous blossoms emit little fragrance and bloom profusely in flushes from spring to fall. Their color is set off beautifully by the shrub's lush foliage of semi-glossy, dark green leaves. It is a good rose in a wide range of climates, including cooler climates and hot, humid areas. Very blackspot resistant
- Grows up to 3-4 ft. tall and wide (90-120 cm).
- An excellent choice for beds, borders, flowering hedges, or containers. Stunning when mass-planted.
- 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.
- Bred by Alain Meilland (1940-….) (France, 2006).
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 | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
| Spread | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
| Spacing | 48″ (120cm) |
| 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, Showy |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |