About
Rosa Desert Island ('Dicfizz'PBR) is a cultivated rose within the Rosaceae family that flowers from June to September. It is sold under a Plant Breeders' Rights (PBR) title, which affects propagation. The cultivar produces repeated blooms through the summer months. Expect typical rose care and attention to pruning and feed for best flowering performance.
About the genus
A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height.
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In the garden
Rosa Desert Island ('Dicfizz'PBR) is a named cultivar of Rosa in the Rosaceae family and carries a Plant Breeders' Rights designation. Its recorded flowering period runs from June to September, so gardeners can plan for a steady summer display. The PBR suffix indicates breeder protection, and commercial propagation or sale may be restricted without permission from the rights holder. For general culture, treat it as you would a modern garden rose: locate it where it will receive good light and air movement, ensure the soil drains freely and has organic matter, and keep young plants well watered while they establish. A balanced feed in spring and a light dressing after the first flush will support subsequent blooms; remove spent flowers to encourage repeat flowering during the June–September season. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape, remove dead wood and improve air circulation. Rosa Desert Island ('Dicfizz'PBR) suits mixed rose borders, dedicated rose beds and sheltered positions where repeated summer flowering is wanted. Check with suppliers about any propagation or resale restrictions due to its PBR status before multiplying or selling plants propagated from it.
More in the Rosa genus
- Rosa 'Alpine Sunset' (HT)
- Rosa 'Barbara Richards' (HT)
- Rosa 'Chaplin's Pink Companion' (Cl)
- Rosa 'Dutch Gold' (HT)
- Rosa 'Gavotte' (HT)
- Rosa 'Geranium Red' (F)
- Rosa 'Hovyn de Tronchère' (HT)
- Rosa 'Mabel Morrison' (HP)
