Description
Rosa ‘Blue for You’ is a captivating shrub rose with unique, lilac-blue flowers that gradually fade to soft lavender shades. The blooms of this delightful variety are highly fragrant and appear in clusters above the glossy, dark green foliage, making it a perfect addition to any garden. ‘Blue for You’ has a compact, bushy habit and will grow to a height of approximately 80cm, making it suitable for small gardens and patio containers. This low maintenance rose is disease resistant and will bloom repeatedly throughout the summer, providing a wonderful display of colour and scent.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Blue for You Rose
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Rosa ‘Blue for You’ can grow to a height of 0.9m and a spread of 0.8m.
- Did You Know That:There are over 100 different species of roses, and thousands of hybrids?
Plant Calendar
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Rosa ‘Blue for You’ prefers moist but well-draining soil. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
Best Position
Rosa ‘Blue for You’ prefers a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
Maintenance
Rosa ‘Blue for You’ should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Begin by removing any dead, damaged, or diseased wood from the plant, making sure to sterilize your pruning shears between cuts to prevent the spread of disease. Next, cut back any old wood to encourage the growth of new shoots, cutting back to a healthy bud or lateral branch. Remove any weak or spindly growth that won’t produce good blooms, focusing on leaving strong, healthy shoots that will produce plenty of flowers. Finally, shape the plant by cutting back any overly long or unruly shoots, creating a more compact, attractive plant. By following these steps, you can keep your shrub roses healthy and blooming beautifully year after year.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Rosa ‘Blue for You’ can have problems with aphids, leafhoppers, and scale insects , it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as black spot, rust and powdery mildews. It is also known to attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators. It is not considered to be toxic.
