Rosa moyesii 'Geranium' (Shrub)
- Good for Cutting
- Loved by Garden Birds
- Loved by Pollinators
- Scented
A species rose with brilliant, geranium-red flowers
All rose petals are edible. As you might expect, they have a mild, floral taste and can be used to decorate cakes, puddings or baking. They are also a beautiful, scented addition to jugs of iced cordial or summer cocktails.
- Good for Cutting
- Loved by Garden Birds
- Loved by Pollinators
- Scented
Product details
- Type
- Shrub
- Position
- Border (Back)
- Soil
- Broad Tolerance
- Flowers
- June - August
- Height
- 2.4m (8ft)
- Group/Species
- Wild Rose
- Common name
- Rose
- Moisture
- Moist but Well-drained
- Aspect
- Full Sun
- Spread
- 1.2m (4ft)
Care Tips
Before planting bare root roses, soak roots in a bucket of water for at least 2 hours. Dig a hole that will accommodate the root ball comfortably and, to aid establishment, sprinkle mycorrhizal fungi (Rootgrow) into the base before planting.
Flowering Time
June - August