Make Me Blush Rose
Best low-maintenance rose for gardeners seeking disease-resistant, fragrant blooms.
Introducing the Make Me Blush Rose, a stunning and remarkably easy-care tea rose designed to bring vibrant color and delightful fragrance to any garden. This shrub produces large, 5-inch flowers with delicate light-yellow petals beautifully blushed with cameo pink. Its moderately fruity fragrance enhances the sensory experience. Growing vigorously to about five feet tall, it features glossy, dark green foliage and boasts exceptional resistance to common rose diseases like mildew, rust, and rot. Hardy to Zone 5, this rose is a reliable and attractive choice for general garden use, mass planting, or as a hedge.
$39.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2598
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Mature Height
5
/ Up to feet
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a sophisticated, soft-hued focal point
- Southwest residents needing reliable, climate-tested plant varieties
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, disease-resistant rose bushes
Who should skip it
- Sensitive gardeners who prefer handling thornless or low-thorn plants
- Casual gardeners preferring low-maintenance, hands-off plant varieties
- Remote shoppers living outside of Armstrong Garden Centers' service areas
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Exceptional immunity to mildew, rust, and rot simplifies long-term garden maintenance.
Bloom Impact
Large five-inch blooms provide a high-contrast visual centerpiece for any landscape.
Growth Vigor
Fast-growing habit ensures quick establishment for hedges or mass planting projects.
Fragrance Profile
Moderately fruity notes offer a pleasant sensory addition without being overwhelming.
Hardiness Reliability
Zone 5 tolerance makes this a dependable choice for colder climate gardeners.
Versatility
Equally effective as a cut flower or a structural garden hedge.
Key Specs
Mature Height
Up to 5 feet
Mature Spread
4 feet
Growth Rate
Fast
Bloom Time
Late spring to mid-fall
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Watering Needs
Moderate
Soil Type Preference
Well-Drained
Fragrant Flowers
Yes
Features
- Large, 5-inch cameo pink and yellow flowers
- Pleasant, moderately fruity fragrance
- Highly resistant to common rose diseases
- Vigorous and fast growth habit
- Glossy, dark green foliage provides year-round appeal
- Excellent for cutting and arrangements
- Tolerant of urban pollution
- Hardy and reliable in Zone 5 gardens
What customers say
The Make Me Blush Rose is celebrated for its exceptional quality and stunning design. Customers consistently praise its robust health and vigorous growth, noting the superior stock from Armstrong Garden Centers establishes quickly. The rose's unique soft blush coloration and strong, appealing fragrance are standout design elements that exceed expectations. This variety stands out as a premium, high performing centerpiece, delivering significant aesthetic value and a truly beautiful addition to any garden.
Know before you buy
This rose features an upright growth habit, reaching a mature height of up to 5 feet and a spread of about 4 feet. Its vigorous growth rate makes it an excellent choice for hedges or mass plantings.
No, it is remarkably easy-care. It is bred for exceptional resistance to common rose issues like mildew, rust, and rot, meaning you will spend less time treating for diseases.
Yes, this variety is container-friendly. Ensure you use a large pot with excellent drainage and place it in a location that receives full sun.
The Make Me Blush Rose is hardy to USDA Zone 5, making it a reliable choice for gardens that experience colder winters.
Absolutely. With large, 5-inch blooms and a pleasant, moderately fruity fragrance, they are an ideal choice for bringing color and scent into your home.
No, the Make Me Blush Rose is not considered deer-resistant. If you live in an area with high deer activity, you may need to use protective fencing or deterrents.
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