Data specific to Roses (Edit)
Bloom size: Small: under 2"
Bloom shape: High-centered
Petal count: full: 26-40 petals
Rose bloom color: Mauve and mauve blend
Rebloom: Good
Class: Miniature
Extra Color Info: Lavender and russet tan
Growth Habit: Short, 1-2 feet, bushy
Fragrance: Strong
Hybridizer & year: Ernest D. Williams, 1989
Optimal growing zones: USDA zone 6 and warmer

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Shrub
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Soil pH Preferences: Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0)
Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Plant Height: 1-2 feet
Plant Spread: 1-2 feet
Leaves: Deciduous
Flowers: Showy
Fragrant
Flower Color: Mauve
Flower Time: Spring
Summer
Fall
Uses: Cut Flower
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Cuttings: Tip
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Miscellaneous: With thorns/spines/prickles/teeth

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Alternative cultivar names:
  • 'Ida Belle'
  • 'MINayco'

Common names
  • Rose

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Location: In my garden
Date: 2015-05-21
Uploaded by Calif_Sue

San Jose Heritage Rose Garden, CA.

San Jose Heritage Rose Garden, CA.

San Jose Heritage Rose Garden, CA.

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