Rose Minerva (Floribunda) Bare Root Plants display very fragrant, ruffled purple flowers that emerge from deep burgundy buds, creating dramatic contrasts of colour. With flowers around 7cm across and producing up to 40 blooms per stem, this neatly shaped, compact rose is perfect for mid-border or container growing in sunny spots. Its upright habit, tolerance of poor soils and disease resistance ensure reliable, long-lasting performance throughout the summer.

Floribunda: Flori meaning many therefore floribundas produce multiple flowers per flower stem, often in clusters. With so many flowers the individual flowers are often smaller and more natural looking but they still often have great fragrance. Great for containers or the front or middle of the border. Ideal for cutting for the vase for a more natural arrangement.

These roses are supplied as 2 year old bare root plants with 2 to 3 main branches (breaks).

Planting advice: Plant bare root roses outdoors from October to March. Soak the roots in water (preferably overnight) before planting. Choose a sunny or partially shaded spot with well-drained soil. Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the roots comfortably, and plant deeply enough to cover the graft union (where the branches meet the main stem) just below soil level. Water well after planting and mulch to retain moisture.