Apricot Candy™ Rose: Fragrant Sweet Apricot & Peach Blooms

🌹 Apricot Candy™ Rose Soft Apricot Hybrid Tea Rose with Classic Blooms and Warm Tones Apricot Candy™ Rose is a beautiful hybrid tea rose featuring softly blended apricot, peach, and warm pink hues. Its elegant, high-centered blooms and long stems make it a favorite for cutting gardens and refined landscape designs. This variety offers consistent repeat blooming throughout the season and brings a warm, inviting color palette to borders, beds, and floral arrangements. Apricot Candy™ Rose Plant Details and Characteristics Characteristic Detail Plant Type Hybrid tea rose Foliage Deep green, semi-glossy foliage Flower Color Apricot, peach, and soft pink blend Scent Spicy Flower Form Classic Petal Count 25 petals Bloom Cycle Repeat blooming spring through fall Special Features Elegant blooms, warm tones, excellent for cutting Apricot Candy™ Rose Size, Growth Rate, and Habit • Height: 4–5 ft • Spread: 2–3 ft Upright, elegant growth habit with long, straight stems—ideal for cutting gardens and formal displays. USDA Growing Zones for Apricot Candy™ Rose Zones 5–10 How to Grow and Care for Apricot Candy™ Rose Aspect Care Instructions Sunlight Full sun (6+ hours daily) Soil Rich, well-drained soil Water Moderate; deep watering preferred Fertilizer Feed regularly during growing season Pruning Seasonal pruning and deadheading When and How to Prune Apricot Candy™ Rose Late Winter–Early Spring: Cut back 1/3–1/2 to shape and remove dead wood. Spring–Fall: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage repeat flowering. Mid-Summer: Light pruning helps maintain structure and airflow. Fall: Minimal pruning; remove only damaged growth. Best Fertilizer for Roses in Southern California • Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) every 4–6 weeks (Feb–Oct) • Slow-release fertilizer in early and mid-season • Organic compost 2–3 times per year • Bloom booster for enhanced flower production Rose Irrigation and Mulching Guide for Southern California 🌊 Coastal Southern California Rose Care • Water 1–2 times per week • Apply 2–3 inches of mulch • Watch for moisture-related fungal issues 🌞 Inland Southern California Rose Care • Water 2–3 times per week in summer • Apply 3–4 inches of mulch • Deep watering is essential during heat waves General Watering Tips: • Use drip irrigation when possible • Water early in the morning • Keep mulch away from plant crown Landscape Uses for Apricot Candy™ Rose • Perfect for cutting gardens and floral arrangements • Ideal for rose beds and mixed borders • Adds soft, warm color to landscapes • Excellent for formal and cottage-style designs Pollinator Benefits and Wildlife Attraction Attracts bees and beneficial pollinators while providing elegant seasonal blooms. Common Rose Problems and Care Tips • Provide good air circulation • Avoid overhead watering • Monitor for aphids, mites, and fungal issues