A very pretty variety with single oriental blooms. Max Height 1.6m. Max Spread 1.2m. Flowers May to September. Fruits August to October. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Additional information
Generic | Rosa |
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Species | moyesii |
Varietry | 'Highdownensis' |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | red |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 1.6m |
Family | Rosaceae |
Spread | 1.2m |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Bushy, Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, September |
Colour Fruit | orange |
Fruits When | August, October |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
Care | Mulch to keep roots cool, Dead head after flowering |
Border | Group planting, Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | Remove dead flower heads and 1/3 of old wood |
Pruning Time | After flowering |
Pests and diseases | Aphids, Powdery mildew, Rusts |
Maintenance | Feed, Dead heading, Top dress in spring |
Propagation | Budding |
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