{"product_id":"apricot-drift-roses","title":"Apricot Drift\u0026#174; Rose","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCold Hardy Rose with Long Growing Season \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong Growing \/ Beautiful Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Apricot Drift Rose will flower from spring until first frost, providing your garden with color all through the growing season. This plant is great for borders, hillsides as well as hanging baskets. \u003cstrong\u003eI\u003c\/strong\u003et produces\u003cstrong\u003e double clusters of delicate roses\u003c\/strong\u003e, surrounded by rich glossy green foliage.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEasy-Going Roses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Don't be fooled by this rose's delicate appearance. It's \u003cstrong\u003ewinter hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e and tough enough to thrive in zones 4-11. Easy to own as it will withstand many diseases that commonly affect roses like rust, black-spots and powdery mildew. The drought-tolerant plant \u003cstrong\u003erequires no pruning\u003c\/strong\u003e in order to keep its shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProlific Bloomer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Apricot Drift Roses are a low spreading ground cover rose which will reach around 1-2 feet in height at full maturity and spreads out to about 1 ½ to 2 feet. There is no shortage for the many ways to grow these beautiful roses.  They're a welcoming visual along borders and walkways. Add a soft touch to perineal gardens, large or small, with the \u003cstrong\u003ecompact and continuous flowering plant\u003c\/strong\u003e.  Great for companion planting - this groundcover rose will gently spread around your established plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Now\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Enjoy the delicate looking, tough roses from spring through late summer.  Easy to plant and grow for years to come.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrift roses are vastly becoming a more popular rose bush choice on the market. They are a cross between full-size ground cover roses and miniature roses. The Apricot Drift roses (Rosa 'Meimirrote') have a toughness that allow them to spread freely at a manageable size, are disease resistant with an expanding growth habit. They inherited their well-managed size and free-flowering nature from the miniatures. The roses grow 2 to 3 feet tall, with a lovely spread of 4 feet or more and are a lower-maintenance alternative to other flower bed grown plants. Apricot drifts are recommended for zones 4-10 but can also be successfully container grown. Drift roses will produce about five flower cycles through the blooming season. The spring bloom is around April\/May and the fall will be around October\/November.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelecting a location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Be sure to have a well prepared area or raised bed for your Drift Roses with a generous amount of organic matter, such as compost. Well draining soil is very important so be sure water does not collect in the area you intend to plant. If you have an overabundance of clay you may want to amend the soil with small rocks, sand or perlite to improve drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Directions\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e(in ground):\u003c\/strong\u003e A location that receives full sun (6+ hours) is best as the roses will not reach their full potential in shaded areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1) Dig the hole and make it twice the size of the root ball and just as deep as the container. Use your hands or a shovel to loosen the soil at the bottom of the hole.\u003cbr\u003e 2) Carefully remove the rose from it’s container. Some light tapping around the base of the pot will help free up the root ball. Loosen the roots with your hands by gently combing the bottom of the root ball. Place the plant in the hole making sure it’s level with the soil surface.\u003cbr\u003e 3) Start adding the native soil\/gardening soil mix back around the roots. Soil amendments such as peat moss, compost or aged manure can be mixed in with your native soil to improve the quality.\u003cbr\u003e 4) Thoroughly water your Apricot Drift Rose around the base of the plant until it’s well soaked but not saturated (avoid soupy soil).\u003cbr\u003e 5) Mulch around the plant to help retain moisture and reduce competing growths such as weeds or grasses from growing around the plant. If left unchecked the soil nutrients may be lacking for the roses to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Directions (potted plant):\u003c\/strong\u003e Apricot drift roses can also be successfully grown in containers providing they get proper care and placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1) When selecting a container for your drift roses, be sure it has plenty of holes on the bottom as drainage is essential.\u003cbr\u003e 2) A good potting soil such as Miracle Grow should be fine for filling in the open pot space. Try to leave 1-1 ½ inches of space from the top of the pot lid for easy watering.\u003cbr\u003e 3) Choose a location such as a patio, back yard, front\/side of the house providing it will receive the six or more hours of full sun it requires.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (in ground): \u003c\/strong\u003eYour Apricot Drift Rose will need to be watered 1-3 times weekly depending on the weather. 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