Botanical profile

Grandiflora rose 'Fragrant Plum'

Latin name
Rosa 'Fragrant Plum'
Common name
Grandiflora rose 'Fragrant Plum'
Type
Flowering shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Rosa grandiflora ‘Fragrant Plum’, commonly known as the ‘Fragrant Plum’ grandiflora rose, is a refined variety celebrated for its powerful fragrance and lavish bloom. Its upright, bushy habit showcases large double flowers in rich plum and purplish-lavender hues, offering an elegant contrast to its glossy, dark green foliage. Intensely fragrant, its roses are borne on long, sturdy stems, ideal for cut flowers and sophisticated bouquets. Blooming profusely throughout the summer, Rosa grandiflora ‘Fragrant Plum’ attracts pollinators and adds a unique sensory dimension to beds, borders, or as a stand-alone plant. Vigorous and structured, it harmoniously integrates into both classic and contemporary gardens thanks to its deep and long-lasting color.

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
Regular, keep the soil slightly moist without overwatering
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
'-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June to September
Flower color
Purple Lavender Plum
Fruiting
Decorative red rose hips in the autumn if faded flowers are preserved
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Slender bush
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Width
90 cm (3 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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