Rose, 2 gal, Canadian Shield™

Rose, 2 gal, Canadian Shield™Re current, abundant, lightly fragrant, fully double, rich red blooms are produced throughout the summer and fall. Foliage is resistant to black spot and powdery mildew. Released by the Vineland Research and Innovation Centre to coincide with Canadas 150th birthday in 2017. Attributes Type: Deciduous Shrub Growth Habit: Upright, Spreading Mature Height: 1. 25 1. 5m (4 5ft.) Mature Spread: 1 1. 25m (3 4ft.) Zone: 3 Feature Characteristics: Attracts

Re-current, abundant, lightly fragrant, fully double, rich red blooms are produced throughout the summer and fall. Foliage is resistant to black spot and powdery mildew. Released by the Vineland Research and Innovation Centre to coincide with Canada’s 150th birthday in 2017.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Upright, Spreading
Mature Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5ft.)
Mature Spread: 1 - 1.25m (3 - 4ft.)
Zone: 3
Feature Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Bees, Cut Flower

Ornamental Features

Flower Colour: Rich red
Flowering Time: July - September
Foliage Colour: Dark green

Care

General Maintenance: Prune in late winter or early spring after threat of frost is gone to promote vigorous new growth. Mulch to keep roots cool.
Light: Full sun
Watering: Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; avoid overhead watering.
Soil: Thrives in enriched, loamy, well-drained soil.
Fertilizer: Feed before new growth begins in spring; repeat mid-season.