Overview

Rosa 'Red Phenomenon' (Ru) is a bushy, upright roses in the genus Rosa, part of the Rosaceae family, with dark green, glossy foliage. Rosa 'Red Phenomenon' (Ru) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loamy soils and slightly acidic to neutral (6.0 to 7.5) pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include beds, borders and containers.

About

Rosa 'Red Phenomenon' is a bushy, upright cultivar of the Rosa genus, which includes deciduous or semi-evergreen shrubs and climbing plants often with thorny stems. This cultivar features dark green, glossy foliage and thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It prefers fertile, well-drained loamy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH and moderate moisture. Hardy to UK zone H6, 'Red Phenomenon' is suitable for planting in beds, borders, or containers and provides seasonal interest from spring through autumn.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Rosa

Sunlight
Full sun
Soil type
Loamy
Soil pH
Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0 to 7.5)
Soil moisture
Moderate
Aspect
South-facing
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness
H6

Plant details

Rosa 'Red Phenomenon' (Ru) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type
Roses
Habit
Bushy, upright
Foliage
Dark green, glossy
Suggested uses
Beds, borders, containers

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Rosa 'Red Phenomenon' (Ru)

Propagation
Rooted cuttings
Pest resistance
Above average resistance to powdery mildew, downy mildew, rust, black spot, and Botrytis cinerea
Disease resistance
Above average resistance to powdery mildew, downy mildew, rust, black spot, and Botrytis cinerea

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Rosa 'Red Phenomenon' (Ru)?

Rosa 'Red Phenomenon' (Ru) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Rosa 'Red Phenomenon' (Ru) need?

Rosa 'Red Phenomenon' (Ru) grows best in loamy soil. It prefers slightly acidic to neutral (6.0 to 7.5) soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.

Is Rosa 'Red Phenomenon' (Ru) hardy in the UK?

Rosa 'Red Phenomenon' (Ru) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.

How do I propagate Rosa 'Red Phenomenon' (Ru)?

Rooted cuttings.

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