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'Apricot Sunblaze ™' rose Description
Photo courtesy of Conard-Pyle (Star Roses)
ARS:
Yellow blend Miniature. Registration name: MEIfruije
Bloom:
Yellow, orange-red edges. None / no fragrance. 15 to 25 petals. Average diameter 1.5". Very large, double (17-25 petals), borne mostly solitary, cluster-flowered, in small clusters, flat, high-centered to cupped bloom form. Blooms in flushes throughout the season. Small, ovoid buds.
Habit:
Medium, bushy, compact, few or no prickles/thorns. Medium, glossy, dark green foliage.
Height: 18" to 2' (45 to 60cm).
Growing:
USDA zone 5b and warmer. Can be used for beds and borders, container rose or garden. 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. Requires spring freeze protection (see glossary - Spring freeze protection) . Can be grown in the ground or in a container (container requires winter protection).
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