Botanical profile

Floribunda rose bush 'Cinco de Mayo'

Latin name
Rose 'Cinco de Mayo'
Common name
Floribunda rose bush 'Cinco de Mayo'
Type
Flowering shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Rosa floribunda ‘Cinco de Mayo’, commonly known as the ‘Cinco de Mayo’ floribunda rose, is distinguished by its warm hues and unique spicy fragrance. Its compact, well-branched bushy habit produces abundant clusters of semi-double flowers with complex shades of brick red, smoky orange, and subtle lavender, evolving as they bloom. Highly fragrant, they release a rich scent with notes of apple and spice, noticeable near patios and walkways. Flowering from early summer until the first frosts, this rose ensures a constant colorful presence in beds, borders, or edgings. Its glossy dark green foliage enhances the depth of its tones. Rosa floribunda ‘Cinco de Mayo’ attracts pollinating insects and adds warmth and originality to landscape designs.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Full sun or at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.
Watering
Water regularly during the establishment period. Thereafter, water during periods of heat or drought.
Fertilization
Fertilize in spring with a rose or flowering plant fertilizer. Repeat every 4 to 6 weeks until mid-August. Do not fertilize after this time to allow the plant to fully enter dormancy.
Soil type
Rich, well-drained soil
Minimum temperature
-29°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June to September
Flower color
Shaded red brick with smoked orange
Fruiting
Rare rosehip production if not pruned
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rounded bush
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.1 m (3.6 ft)
Width
100 cm (3.5 feet)
Growth rate
Average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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