Red Flower Carpet rose
Flower Carpet Red Rose: A Hardy and Vibrant Ground Cover
The Flower Carpet Red Rose, bred by Werner Noack in Germany in 1985, is popular among gardeners for its stunning appearance and exceptional health. This ground cover rose offers continuous blooms of vibrant fuchsia flowers throughout the summer, making it a delightful addition to any garden.
Characteristics of Flower Carpet Red Rose
- Name: Flower Carpet Red Rose
- Breeder: Werner Noack (Germany, 1986)
- Type: Floribunda, Shrub
- Color: Dark red
- Fragrance: Very light to none
- Petal Count: Semi-double (9-16 petals)
- Bloom Size: Average diameter 2″
- Bloom Form: Small clusters, cupped
- Blooming Period: Blooms in flushes throughout the season
- Foliage: Large, glossy, dark green
- Height: 20″ to 32″ (50 to 80 cm)
- Width: Up to 3′ (90 cm)
- USDA Zones: 6b through 9b
- Disease Resistance: Very disease resistant
- Other Names: Alcantara (NOAre), Red Flower Carpet, Red Heidetraum, Vesuvia, Red Velvet, Velvet Flower Carpet
Ideal Uses
This rose is versatile and suitable for various gardening needs:
- Mixed Borders: Adds vibrant color and dense foliage to borders.
- Pots & Containers: Perfect for patio pots, providing continuous blooms.
- Shady Areas: Tolerates less sunny spots, maintaining its health and beauty.
Growing Conditions
- Facing: East, South, West
- Soil Types: Adaptable to all soil types
- Light: Requires full sunlight for optimal blooming
Description and Features
The Flower Carpet Red Rose is renowned for its vibrant, semi-double fuchsia flowers, which appear in large trusses continuously throughout the summer. Each bloom is 2 inches in diameter and forms in small clusters, creating a colorful, lush display. The bushy plant features large, glossy, dark green foliage highly resistant to diseases, ensuring a healthy and low-maintenance garden addition.
Blooming and Growth Habit
This rose blooms repeatedly in flushes, providing a constant splash of color from spring through fall. It is a compact shrub, growing to 20 to 32 inches and spreading up to 3 feet wide. Due to its dense and bushy growth habit, this rose is ideal for ground cover. In warmer climates, such as Australia, it can bloom year-round without interruption.
Disease Resistance and Maintenance
One of the standout features of the rose is its exceptional disease resistance. This makes it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a beautiful yet low-maintenance rose. Regular watering, full sunlight, and well-drained soil will help this rose reach its full potential. Pruning in early spring helps to maintain its shape and encourage new growth.
The Rose is a superb choice for gardeners looking to add vibrant color and robust health. Its continuous blooms, disease resistance, and versatility suit mixed borders, containers, and shady areas. This rose will thrive and provide stunning beauty throughout the growing season with minimal maintenance.
