Hardiness
Zone 5
Discover the plant
Floribunda rose 'Drop Dead Red'
FamilyRosaceae
Rosa floribunda 'Drop Dead Red', commonly known as the 'Drop Dead Red' floribunda rose, impresses with the intensity of its blooms and the richness of its color. Its compact, dense bushy habit bears abundant clusters of deep red double flowers with velvety undertones, providing a spectacular visual impact from early summer until the first frosts. Slightly fragrant, they release a sweet and subtle scent that attracts pollinating insects and enlivens flower beds. A prolific and consistent bloomer, this rose ensures a sustained presence in flowerbeds, borders, or grouped plantings. Its glossy dark green foliage highlights the depth of the red and contributes to its overall beautiful appearance. Rosa floribunda 'Drop Dead Red' brings intensity, elegance, and character to landscape designs.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
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.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJune to September
Flower colorIntense red
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingRare rosehip production if not pruned
Maximum height1.1 m (3.6 ft)
Maximum width3 ft (1 m)
Growth rateAverage
Hardiness zoneZone 5
Minimum temperature-29°C
