Description
Easy Going’ Rose, also known as Harflow, is a must-have for any garden. This versatile and easy-to-grow rose produces gorgeous double blooms with a warm peachy apricot hue throughout the summer and autumn. Reaching around 90cm in height, it has lustrous green foliage and a delicate sweet scent that adds to its appeal. It is a reliable and popular choice, even at the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show. With its pleasing stature and abundance of charming amber and gold blooms, it is sure to make a lasting impression in any garden. The Royal Horticultural Society has recognized its excellence by awarding it the prestigious Award of Garden Merit. So, if you only have space for one rose, make it the Rosa Easy Going.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Easy Going Rose
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Rosa ‘Easy Going’ can grow to a height of 0.9m and a spread of 0.9m.
- Did You Know That:Roses have been cultivated for thousands of years and are one of the oldest flowers in the world?
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Rosa ‘Easy Going’ is a versatile plant and can cope with wet or drier soils, but prefers there to be decent drainage. 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 ‘Easy Going’ prefers a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
Maintenance
Rosa ‘Easy Going’ 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 ‘Easy Going’ can have problems with aphids, scale insects and caterpillars, it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as black spot, rust and powdery mildews. It is also known to attract bees.