Rosa Never Been Redder Floribunda Rose
Best low-maintenance rose for gardeners seeking continuous, vibrant seasonal color.
Discover the Rosa Never Been Redder Floribunda Rose, a standout cultivar developed over eight years for exceptional performance. This rose boasts prolific, continuous blooms of vivid red from late spring through fall, opening from nearly black buds into fully double, old-fashioned flowers. Its lush, glossy green foliage and soft fragrance make it ideal for cutting. With a naturally upright form and excellent disease resistance, it's a versatile and elegant choice for borders, landscapes, and beds, bringing enduring color and charm to any garden.
$49.95
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4.6
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Category Rank
857
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#857 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+27%
Above average
Virtual SKU
2500
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, sun-resistant blooms for high-impact landscapes
- Landscapers wanting continuous color from spring until the first frost
- Busy homeowners needing reliable, disease-resistant plants for mixed borders
Who should skip it
- Fragrance enthusiasts looking for a classic, heavy rose perfume
- Low-maintenance gardeners preferring plants that require little structural upkeep
- Beginners uncomfortable with monitoring or treating common garden pests
Performance breakdown
Bloom consistency
Continuous red flowering from late spring through fall is remarkably reliable.
Disease resistance
Robust health profile minimizes the need for intensive garden maintenance.
Floral aesthetics
Deep black buds unfurl into classic, high-impact double red blooms.
Cut flower utility
Sturdy stems and long-lasting petals make these ideal for indoor arrangements.
Landscape versatility
Upright growth habit fits perfectly into borders, beds, or containers.
Establishment speed
Strong root development ensures impressive color displays within the first year.
Key Specs
Virtual SKU
v2500
Genus
Rosa
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Mature Height
4 Feet
Mature Width
3 Feet
Growth Rate
Moderate
Bloom Season
Spring, Fall
Evergreen/Deciduous Type
Deciduous
Features
- Prolific, continuous red blooms
- Exceptional disease resistance
- Blooms in the first year
- Repeat blooming throughout the season
- Soft, pleasant fragrance
- Suitable for cut flowers
- Upright, moderate growth habit
- Vivid red, old-fashioned flowers
What customers say
Consumers consistently praise the exceptional quality and striking design of this floribunda rose. The primary delight is the color intensity; reviewers confirm the blooms are a deep, true red that truly lives up to its bold name. Customers report receiving healthy, robust stock that establishes quickly, leading to vigorous growth and abundant flowering. This reliability in both performance and visual impact makes it a highly valued addition to the garden.
Know before you buy
Yes, the Never Been Redder Floribunda is bred to produce blooms in its first year, so you won't have to wait multiple seasons to enjoy its color.
This cultivar requires full sun exposure to maintain its prolific blooming cycle and keep the foliage healthy throughout the season.
Absolutely. Its old-fashioned, double-flower form and soft fragrance make it an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements.
Since this rose reaches a mature width of 3 feet, you should space them at least 3 to 4 feet apart to ensure proper air circulation and prevent overcrowding.
No, this cultivar was specifically developed for exceptional disease resistance, making it a lower-maintenance option compared to many traditional rose varieties.
Like most roses, it thrives in well-drained soil. Ensure your planting site does not stay waterlogged, as this can lead to root issues.
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