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Nitty Gritty® Red Rose
Rosa x 'RUIRI0023A' PP #33,585
Pronunciation: ROH-zuh
SKU #42047
Not just a pretty face, this very durable, own-root, fuss-free groundcover rose produces an abundance of lovely blooms while offering excellent disease resistance and a self-cleaning, easy-to-care-for habit. The red double blooms provide sensational warm season color, adding great low-maintenance curb appeal to the landscape. Deciduous.
LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Reaches 3 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide.
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| Bloom Time | Spring through fall |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Boxwood (Buxus); Phlox (Phlox); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Euonymus (Euonymus); Juniper (Juniperus) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in enriched, loamy, well-drained soil. Mulch to conserve moisture and protect young plants in winter. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Fertilize in spring and summer. Prune back by 1/3 annually. |
| History | A new Monrovia exclusive introduction, the Nitty Gritty™ roses are true flower factories, producing a profusion of non-stop blooms on a very nicely rounded form. This own-root rose offers excellent disease resistance with very self-cleaning blooms. Nitty Gritty™ Red has a sweet, light fragrance. |
Details
| Bloom Time | Spring through fall |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Boxwood (Buxus); Phlox (Phlox); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Euonymus (Euonymus); Juniper (Juniperus) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in enriched, loamy, well-drained soil. Mulch to conserve moisture and protect young plants in winter. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Fertilize in spring and summer. Prune back by 1/3 annually. |
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History
| History | A new Monrovia exclusive introduction, the Nitty Gritty™ roses are true flower factories, producing a profusion of non-stop blooms on a very nicely rounded form. This own-root rose offers excellent disease resistance with very self-cleaning blooms. Nitty Gritty™ Red has a sweet, light fragrance. |
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About Us
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly
100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.