Botanical profile

Hardy rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry'

Latin name
Rosa 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry'
Common name
Hardy rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry'
Type
Flowering shrub
Family
Rosaceae

The ‘Flower Carpet Mini Cherry’ hardy rose is a compact groundcover rose with a dense, spreading habit, known for its abundant flowering and high disease resistance. It produces a profusion of small, simple, vibrant cherry-red flowers that cover the foliage from early summer until the first frosts. Its glossy dark green foliage remains healthy all season, ensuring a neat appearance with minimal maintenance. More compact than other Flower Carpet varieties, it is ideal for borders, rockeries, small beds, or container cultivation. Very hardy and reliable, the ‘Flower Carpet Mini Cherry’ hardy rose attracts pollinators and brings a lively and structured touch to full-sun landscapes.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Full sun or at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.
Watering
Very drought tolerant once established. Regular watering only the first year or during severe droughts.
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
Cherry red
Fruiting
Red rose hips late in the season
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rustic bush
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
50 cm (20 in)
Width
90 cm (3 ft)
Growth rate
Average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.