Botanical profile

Miniature rose 'Ruby Ruby'

Latin name
Rosa 'Ruby Ruby'
Common name
Miniature rose 'Ruby Ruby'
Type
Flowering shrub
Family
Rosaceae

The miniature rose 'Ruby Ruby' is an intense variety with small, bright ruby-red flowers that are well-formed and lightly scented. Its flowering is generous and repeat-flowers in dense clusters. The rose forms a very compact bush, 30 to 40 cm tall, with matte dark green foliage. 'Ruby Ruby' is perfect for adding a refined touch to pots, balconies, or narrow borders.

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 upon establishment. Subsequently, water when the soil surface is dry, especially during hot weather.
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
Ruby red
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Compact
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
51 cm (16 inches)
Width
45 cm (1.5 feet)
Growth rate
Average
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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