Overview
Rosa 'Rhapsody In Blue' is a bushy shrub rose in the genus Rosa, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Rosa 'Rhapsody In Blue' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include flower borders and beds, patio and container plants and cut flowers.
About
Rosa 'Rhapsody In Blue' is a bushy cultivar of the Rosa genus, known for its deciduous foliage. It thrives best in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect, growing well in neutral, moist but well-drained loam soil. This hardy plant, rated H6 for UK conditions, is suitable for flower borders and beds, patio and container planting, as well as for use as cut flowers. Propagation can be achieved through hardwood cuttings in autumn, softwood cuttings in spring or summer, and chip budding during summer.
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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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Rosa
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Rosa 'Rhapsody In Blue' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrub rose
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Flower borders and beds, patio and container plants, cut flowers
- Fragrance
- Strong, fruity
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Rosa 'Rhapsody In Blue'
- Pruning
- Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage flowering
- Propagation
- Hardwood cuttings in autumn, softwood cuttings in spring or summer, chip budding in summer
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Rose leafhopper, Glasshouse red spider mite, Scale insects, Caterpillars, Large rose sawfly, Rose leaf rolling sawfly
- Disease resistance
- Rose powdery mildew, Rose black spot, Rose rust
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Rosa 'Rhapsody In Blue'?
Rosa 'Rhapsody In Blue' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Rosa 'Rhapsody In Blue' need?
Rosa 'Rhapsody In Blue' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Rosa 'Rhapsody In Blue'?
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage flowering.
Is Rosa 'Rhapsody In Blue' hardy in the UK?
Rosa 'Rhapsody In Blue' 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 'Rhapsody In Blue'?
Hardwood cuttings in autumn, softwood cuttings in spring or summer, chip budding in summer.
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)
