Bolero™ Rose: Fragrant Creamy White Rose

🌹 Bolero™ Rose Fragrant Creamy White Floribunda Rose with Old-Fashioned Blooms Bolero™ Rose is a highly fragrant, award-winning floribunda known for its lush, creamy white blooms and romantic, old-fashioned flower form. Each bloom is densely petaled and opens in a full, rosette shape that adds elegance and softness to any garden. This rose offers excellent repeat blooming and strong garden performance, making it a favorite for borders, containers, and cutting gardens where fragrance is essential. Bolero™ Rose Plant Details and Characteristics Characteristic Detail Plant Type Floribunda rose Foliage Dark green, glossy foliage Flower Color Creamy white with soft blush tones Scent Lemon, verbena Flower Form Old fashioned Petal Count 100+ petals Bloom Cycle Repeat blooming spring through fall Special Features Strong fragrance, full blooms, excellent disease resistance Bolero™ Rose Size, Growth Rate, and Habit • Height: 3–4 ft • Spread: 3–4 ft Compact, rounded growth habit with abundant clustered blooms—ideal for borders, containers, and smaller garden spaces. USDA Growing Zones for Bolero™ Rose Zones 5–10 How to Grow and Care for Bolero™ Rose Aspect Care Instructions Sunlight Full sun (6+ hours daily) Soil Rich, well-drained soil Water Moderate; deep watering recommended Fertilizer Feed regularly during growing season Pruning Seasonal pruning and deadheading When and How to Prune Bolero™ Rose Late Winter–Early Spring: Prune back 1/3–1/2 to shape and encourage vigorous new growth. Spring–Fall: Deadhead spent blooms to promote continuous flowering. Mid-Summer: Light pruning to maintain form and improve airflow. Fall: Minimal pruning; remove only damaged or diseased wood. Best Fertilizer for Roses in Southern California • Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) every 4–6 weeks (Feb–Oct) • Slow-release fertilizer applied early and mid-season • Organic compost 2–3 times per year • Bloom booster to enhance flower size and fragrance 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 • Monitor for fungal issues in humid conditions 🌞 Inland Southern California Rose Care • Water 2–3 times per week in summer • Apply 3–4 inches of mulch • Deep watering is essential during high heat General Watering Tips: • Use drip irrigation where possible • Water early in the morning • Keep mulch away from the base of the plant Landscape Uses for Bolero™ Rose • Ideal for fragrant gardens and outdoor living spaces • Perfect for borders, containers, and mass plantings • Excellent for cutting gardens and floral arrangements • Adds romantic elegance to formal and cottage-style landscapes Pollinator Benefits and Wildlife Attraction Attracts bees and beneficial pollinators while offering richly scented blooms. Common Rose Problems and Care Tips • Maintain good air circulation • Avoid overhead watering • Monitor for aphids, mites, and fungal diseases