Rosa Prospero

Scientific Name: Rosa 'Auspero'

Also Known As

Rosa 'Prospero '
Prospero Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

5b-10b

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Rosa Prospero plant details

Rosa Prospero is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosa Prospero

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosa Prospero

USDA Zones: 5b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Deep crimson. Approx 110 petals. Repeat flowering. Prospero bears flowers of the most perfect symmetry seldom is there a petal out of place. They are rosette shaped with numerous short petals and a beautiful deep crimson that darkens to a rich purple with age. The growth is on the short side and not very robust and so ideally suited to warmer areas of the States including Florida. Rich, Old Rose fragrance. 3 ft. x 2 ft. (David Austin 1982, Auspero). Rosette-shaped flowers. 110 petals.