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Glühwürmchen
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floribunda · Year unknown

Glühwürmchen

✦ slight fragrance

2-3 feet

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

6–9

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

floribunda

Bloom size

Medium, approximately 2-3 inches

Bloom habit

Clusters

Petal count

Semi-double, approx 15-20 petals

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

bushy

Color

orange

Fragrance

slight

Foliage

Dark green, glossy

Foliage surface

Glossy

Fragrance Notes

Mild, subtle floral scent.

Color Description

Vibrant orange-red with a golden-yellow center.

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

2-3 feet

Spread

2-3 feet

Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 6–9

Disease Resistance

Good resistance to mildew.

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

Regular waterings are essential, especially during dry spells; ensure deep soaking at the base.

Fertilizer

Apply a balanced rose fertilizer after the first flush of blooms in spring.

Pruning

Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping to maintain airflow.

Pests & Diseases

Generally resistant, but monitor for typical rose pests like aphids and black spot in humid climates.

🧬 Pedigree

Elim Feil x (Friedrichsrode x Europa)

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