Enjoy a succession of long-lasting, lightly scented apricot pink double blooms with the award-winning Whartons Roses ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ Floribunda Rose. Awarded the coveted accolade of ‘Rose of the Year 2022’, this floribunda is a sensational addition to the summer garden.
With layers of lustrous petals, the flowers can reach up to 10cm across. Forming into clusters, it creates a cascade of flowers to admire throughout its long flowering season.
In addition to the succession of long-lasting double, apricot pink flowers, this rose has glossy green foliage that perfectly accentuates the blooms. A striking addition to a flowerbed, or wonderful for admiring in a large pot or container, it also makes an excellent cut flower to enjoy around the home.
Perfect for adding to a variety of colour schemes and styles, the blend of hues means it will seamlessly connect with a range of plants. This combined with its exquisite flowers and healthy growth means it is an excellent living gift that can be cherished by a loved one for years to come.
Plant details
- Breeder: Whartons Roses
- Colour: Pink, orange and peach
- Fragrance: Lightly scented
- Flowering period: June, July, August, September, October (Repeat flowering)
- Pot size: 3-Litre
Growing conditions
- Soil moisture: Moist but well drained
- Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral (suitable for all soil types)
- Hardiness: Fully hardy
Best location
- Aspect: East, South or West facing
- Sunlight: Full sun
Expected plant growth
- Plant height: Up to 90cm (after 3 years)
- Plant spread: 100cm
All measurements are approximate
How to care for your rose
To get the best from rosa ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’, plant it in a position with full sun in free draining soil. Add a sprinkling of mycorrhizal fungi to encourage root growth and a layer of well-rotted manure. Remember to regularly deadhead spent flowers to extend the flowering season.