Charlotte Wheatcroft, floribunda

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Brief summary

Modern Rose, floribunda "Charlotte Wheatcroft", United Kingdom, introduced by Harry Wheatcroft in 1957, Usually is red in color, semi double bloom shape, semi double petal count, blooms 5 - 6 cm in size, has 5-10 buds per stem, continual rebloom, has moderate fragrance, the bush shape can be upright, 100 - 150 cm in height, 80 - 100 cm in width, suitable for USDA zone 6 from -23°C and above, strong resistance to rain, moderate resistance to black spot, low resistance to mildew.

Main characteristics

Aroma
USDA Zone 6
-23°С
Rebloom
Bush Shape
Bloom Shape
Semi double

Size

Height
100 - 150 cm
Width
80 - 100 cm
Bloom size
5 - 6 cm
Buds / Stem
5-10
Petal Count
Semi double

Resistance

Heat
Shade
Rain
Black Spot
Mildew

More information

Charlotte Wheatcroft is a floribunda. Its blooms are bright red, medium-sized (6 cm), semi-double (8–11 petals), fragrant, and borne in large clustered inflorescences of 3 to 20 flowers. It blooms abundantly throughout the season. The foliage is dark green and glossy. Shows slight susceptibility to powdery mildew. Used for solitary plantings and tall groupings. Plants form vigorous, compact shrubs up to 1.5 m tall. Young shoots and leaves exhibit strong anthocyanin coloration. The leaves are dark and glossy. Spikes are numerous and large.