Shrub Rose
Rosa 'Rhapsody in Blue'

Family: Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee)
Genus: Rosa (RO-zuh)
Cultivar: Rhapsody in Blue

Height

Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Hardiness
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Bloom Time
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)

Propagation Methods
Sun to Partial Shade

Soil pH requirements
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Flower Fragrance
Medium Purple

Bloom Color
Blooms repeatedly

Bloom Shape
Textured

Habit

Patent Information
From woody stem cuttings
From softwood cuttings
From semi-hardwood cuttings
From hardwood cuttings
By grafting
By simple layering

Other Details

Pruning Instructions
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed

Class

Foliage Color

Bloom Characteristics

Water Requirements
Shrubs

Where to Grow