Botanical profile

Grandiflora rose 'Parade Day'

Latin name
Rosa 'Parade Day'
Common name
Grandiflora rose 'Parade Day'
Type
Flowering shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Rosa grandiflora ‘Parade Day’, also known as the ‘Parade Day’ grandiflora rose, is distinguished by its bushy, upright habit and spectacular, vibrantly colored blooms. Its large, double, bright pink flowers, with a slight satin finish, are borne in generous clusters at the top of long, sturdy stems, ideal for cutting. Its lustrous dark green foliage highlights the intensity of the blooms and provides a beautiful structural presence in beds, borders, or as a standalone planting. Blooming all summer long, Rosa grandiflora ‘Parade Day’ attracts pollinators and adds a dynamic and festive touch to landscape designs. Vigorous and elegant, it fits equally well into classic gardens and contemporary compositions thanks to its abundant and long-lasting flowering.

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 establishment. Then, water during hot periods or when the soil is dry deep down.
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
Bright pink
Fruiting
Rose hips are rarely produced if not pruned
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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