Floribunda Hot Chocolate Bare Root Rose

Floribunda Rose ‘Hot Chocolate’ – Bare Root

Plant Fact File:

• Plant Type: Floribunda Rose
• Form: Bare Root
• Flower Color: Deep rusty red to chocolate brown
• 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 ‘Hot Chocolate’ is a distinctive rose variety known for its deep rusty red to chocolate brown blooms. 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: ‘Hot Chocolate’ produces clusters of unique, deep-colored flowers, creating a dramatic and rich display. Floribunda roses often produce multiple blooms on each stem.
2. Fragrance: The rose has a moderate fragrance, adding to the sensory experience of the garden.
3. Bare Root Form: As a bare root plant, ‘Hot Chocolate’ 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: ‘Hot Chocolate’ is generally hardy in USDA zones 5-9, but local climate conditions can influence its performance.
6. Aspect and Soil: Plant ‘Hot Chocolate’ 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.