Rosa 'First Prize'

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Tea Rose, 'First Prize' Hybrid

 
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Description

'First Prize' is a hybrid tea rose of hardy, spreading habit producing high-centered, double, fragrant, two-toned pink flowers with leathery, dark green leaves. This beautiful deciduous plant can reach 4'-5' tall and up to 2.5' wide. It blooms from mid- spring to mid-fall and needs full sun and regular watering. Roses are susceptible to thrips, spider mites, whiteflies and aphids.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

Summer, Fall, Intermittent

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium, High

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Mediterranean, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Foundation, Patio, Park

 

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.