Rosa Mardi Gras Floribunda Rose
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting floral displays.
The Rosa Mardi Gras Floribunda Rose is an award-winning variety, celebrated for its abundant and continuous blooms from late spring to late fall. This rose bush produces striking clusters of 4-inch double flowers, each with 20 petals, showcasing a vibrant blend of apricot-orange to red buds and bright pink, orange, and yellow petals. It features a rounded, bushy habit and exhibits good disease resistance, making it a versatile choice for landscapes, garden beds, hedges, or borders. The fragrant flowers are also ideal for cutting, perfect for creating beautiful bouquets.
$49.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
861
/ 2664
#861 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+27%
Above average
Virtual SKU
2213
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a vibrant, multi-colored focal point
- Homeowners wanting continuous seasonal color displays
- Busy gardeners preferring low-maintenance, healthy plants
Who should skip it
- Fragrance enthusiasts looking for a strong, classic rose scent
- Gardeners in extreme heat zones wanting consistent color saturation
- Families with small children or pets near high-traffic areas
Performance breakdown
Bloom consistency
Continuous flowering from late spring through fall ensures constant garden color.
Disease resistance
Robust health profile minimizes the need for intensive chemical maintenance.
Visual impact
Striking multi-colored petals create a high-contrast focal point in any landscape.
Cut flower utility
Sturdy stems and fragrant blooms translate perfectly into indoor floral arrangements.
Landscape versatility
Compact, bushy habit fits seamlessly into borders, hedges, or container gardens.
Fragrance profile
Subtle spicy notes provide a pleasant, non-overpowering scent for outdoor spaces.
Key Specs
Virtual SKU
v2213
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Mature Height
4 Feet
Mature Width
3 Feet
Bloom Size
4 inches (double bloom with 20 petals)
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Habit
Upright
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Features
- Continuous blooming season
- Vibrant multi-colored blooms
- Good disease resistance
- Ideal for cut flowers
- Versatile landscape use
- Light spicy fragrance
- AARS Winner 2008
What customers say
Consumers overwhelmingly celebrate the striking design and reliable quality of the Rosa Mardi Gras. Reviewers frequently highlight the plant's vigorous growth and the spectacular, multicolored blooms that live up to their catalog description. The rose arrives healthy and establishes easily, providing a long season of vibrant color. This consistent performance across different growing zones confirms its reputation as a high quality, dependable garden centerpiece, offering excellent visual value for the investment.
Know before you buy
This variety is a continuous bloomer, providing flowers from late spring through the end of fall.
The Rosa Mardi Gras is hardy in zones 5 through 9. If you live within these regions, it should perform well provided it receives full sun and well-drained soil.
Since this bush reaches a mature width of 3 feet, you should space them at least 3 feet apart on center to allow for proper air circulation and growth.
This variety is noted for its good disease resistance, which makes it easier to manage than many traditional rose types. However, like all roses, it benefits from being planted in a location with good airflow and full sun.
Yes, the 4-inch double blooms are excellent for cutting. Their vibrant, multi-colored petals and light spicy fragrance make them a great choice for fresh bouquets.
At full maturity, the Rosa Mardi Gras typically reaches a height of 4 feet and a width of 3 feet, maintaining a rounded, bushy habit.
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