Red Standard Rose | 'Precious Ruby'
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Red Standard Rose
'Precious Ruby'
- A spectacular rose cultivar, 'Precious Ruby' does all the things you want from a rose; it looks good, smells good and flowers for a long, long time (from early summer well into autumn).
- Boasting good disease resistance, you can rely on this rose to be healthy and free from most common rose problems (like black spot and mildews).
- Trained as a standard shrub, this lollipop-shaped plant features a clear stem and a bushy crown. This makes for a wonderful patio feature plant, or even better, double up and frame your doorway.
- One of the reasons the blooms look good is the backdrop they're set against. The lush, glossy foliage offers the perfect contrast for the flowers, enabling them to really shine.
- Radiating a gentle rose fragrance, 'Precious Ruby' flowers also make for excellent cut flowers – perfect for throwing at the feet of opera singers!
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Red Standard Rose can be grown in a pot, provided you use a suitably sized container with good drainage.
How big does it get?
The 'Precious Ruby' Standard Rose typically has a clear stem of about 0.8 to 1 metre, with the head growing to a spread of 0.6 to 0.8 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Red Standard Rose thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Red Standard Rose prefers moist but well-drained, fertile soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Red Standard Rose requires regular watering, providing about 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water per week.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the Red Standard Rose requires pruning to maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth. You can safely cut back up to 30 centimetres of growth during the dormant season, typically when temperatures drop below 10 degrees Celsius.
How hardy is this plant?
The Red Standard Rose is fully hardy across the UK with an RHS rating of H6, withstanding temperatures down to -20°C.
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