Nelson Girls rose

Rosa 'Nelson Girls'

ShrubRosaceae

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FragrantEdible

USDA zones5 to 11

SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)

Bloom season: Summer
Bloom color: Apricot and apricot blend
Soil types: Loam, clay

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'Nelson Girls' rose (Rosa 'Nelson Girls') is a shrub for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and specimen planting. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and loamy or clay soil. Apricot blooms open from early to late summer and have a sweet fragrance. Bees visit the flowers. Tasman Bay Roses introduced it.

Pairs well with Annabelle hydrangea, Ornamental onion, and Fragrant Bouquet hosta.

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