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Shocking Blue
Reference photo

floribunda · 1979

Shocking Blue

Rosa 'KORblue'

Reimer Kordes✦ strong fragrance

30" to 4' (75 to 120 cm)

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

7–11

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

floribunda

Bloom size

3.5" to 4"

Bloom habit

Held singly or in clusters

Petal count

26-40 petals

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

bushy

Color

purple

Fragrance

strong

Foliage

Dark green

Foliage surface

Leathery and glossy

Fragrance Notes

Classic rose fragrance

Color Description

Mauve, lavender, or magenta-lilac

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

30" to 4' (75 to 120 cm)

Spread

up to 2' (up to 60 cm)

Hardiness Zone

Zone 7–11

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

Water at the soil level to keep foliage dry.

Pruning

Spring pruning: Remove old canes and dead or diseased wood and cut back canes that cross. In warmer climates, cut back the remaining canes by about one-third; in colder areas, prune more heavily.

Pests & Diseases

Susceptible to typical rose pests and diseases; good air circulation and sanitation are recommended.

🧬 Pedigree

Zorina x Silver Star

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