Rose 'Rhapsody in Blue'

Cannot handle hot climates, nor excessively cold climates. Not recommended for any garden where summers exceed 88F.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water moderately. Rhapsody in Blue is generally regarded as a hardy plant, so it can be safe to leave outdoors for the majority of winter (although if in doubt, using a row cover is often a good idea). Rhapsody in Blue needs a loamy soil with a ph of 5.5 to 6.5 (weakly acidic soil).

Does not come true from seed; must be reproduced by cuttings to retain characteristics of parent plant.

Rhapsody in Blue is hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

By an amateur hybridizer, Frank Cowlishaw, before 1999. Parentage: Summerwine x {International Herald Tribune x [(Blue Moon x Montezuma) x (Violacea x Montezuma)]}²

Registration name: FRAntasia²

One of the parents of this rose which likely is the main source of the stunning shade and the antique blossom form, is the ancient Gallic rose, Rosa gallica violacea.

Fantasia

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