Small, double fluorescent cherry red flowers cover the plant from spring until frost. No need to dead-head. Winter hardy and disease resistant. Red hips add to the winter interest. Botanical Name- Rosa ‘Radtko’ Pronunciation- ROH-zuh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 4 ft Mature Height- 4 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Well-drained soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Cherry red Bloom Time- May – October Companion Plants- Gaillardia ‘Mesa Red’ – hot color synergy, long bloom Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, beneficial wasps; hips for fruit-eating birds Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C40 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter for shape and health; feed regularly and deadhead spent blooms. Trimming Instructions- Prune in early spring to shape and remove weak or old canes. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced or rose-specific fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14 or 6-8-6) monthly from spring to midsummer; moderate to high feeding need. Amend clay soil with compost for drainage. Fertilizer Recommendation- Rose-tone Possible Issues- Black spot, aphids, powdery mildew
