Botanical profile

Hardy rose 'The Fairy'

Latin name
Rosa 'The Fairy'
Common name
Hardy rose 'The Fairy'
Type
Flowering shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Rosa 'The Fairy', commonly known as 'The Fairy' rose, is a groundcover rose with a low, spreading, and generously branched habit, recognized for its exceptionally abundant flowering. This hardy rose produces a multitude of small, double, soft pink flowers clustered together, creating a ethereal and romantic effect from early summer until the first frosts. Its glossy green foliage highlights the delicacy of the flowers and shows good disease resistance. Ideal for borders, slopes, rock gardens, or mass plantings, Rosa 'The Fairy' can also be used in potted arrangements. Easy to maintain and very versatile, it adds a classic and long-lasting touch to the garden while attracting pollinators. Its continuous blooming and creeping habit make it a must-have for landscape designs.

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
'-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June to September
Flower color
Light pink
Fruiting
Small red rose hips late in the season
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rustic bush
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
90 cm (3 feet)
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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