Floribunda Birthday Girl Bare Root Rose

Floribunda Rose ‘Birthday Girl’ – Bare Root

Plant Fact File:

• Plant Type: Floribunda Rose
• Form: Bare Root
• Flower Color: Pink with a hint of apricot
• Fragrance: Moderate fragrance
• Bloom Time: Late spring to fall
• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy
• Height: Typically reaches around 60-90 cm (may vary)
• Spread: Typically reaches around 45-60 cm (may vary)
• Hardiness: USDA zones 5-9
• Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Aspect: Full sun

Description:

The Floribunda Rose ‘Birthday Girl’ is a delightful rose variety known for its pink blooms with a hint of apricot. In its bare root form, it is typically sold and planted during the dormant season, allowing it to establish roots before the growing season.

Key Features:

1. Flowers: ‘Birthday Girl’ produces clusters of pink flowers with a touch of apricot, creating a charming and celebratory display. Floribunda roses often produce multiple blooms on each stem.
2. Fragrance: The rose has a moderate fragrance, contributing a pleasant scent to the garden.
3. Bare Root Form: As a bare root plant, ‘Birthday Girl’ is sold without soil around its roots. This form allows for easy shipping and planting during the dormant season. It’s important to soak the roots before planting and provide proper care for successful establishment.
4. Growth Habit: Floribunda roses typically have a compact and bushy growth habit, making them suitable for garden borders and mass plantings.
5. Hardiness: ‘Birthday Girl’ is generally hardy in USDA zones 5-9, but local climate conditions can influence its performance.
6. Aspect and Soil: Plant ‘Birthday Girl’ in full sun for optimal flowering. Well-draining, fertile soil is preferred for healthy root development.

Planting Tips:

• Soak the bare roots in water for a few hours before planting to rehydrate them.
• Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the roots without bending or crowding.
• Plant the rose at the same depth it was growing in the nursery.
• Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture until the plant establishes.