Rosa Mandarin Sunset Floribunda Rose
Best low-maintenance shrub for gardeners seeking vibrant, season-long floral color.
The Rosa Mandarin Sunset Floribunda Rose brings radiant, cheerful color to your garden, blooming continuously from late spring through fall. Its vibrant 3-inch blooms feature double petals in vivid orange with a golden-yellow eye, and a soft, tea-like fragrance. This medium-sized shrub boasts an upright, bushy habit and excellent disease resistance, making it easy to care for. Ideal for borders, beds, or landscapes, it provides reliable, sunset-inspired color throughout the growing season and is excellent for cutting.
$49.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
866
/ 2688
#866 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+27%
Above average
Virtual SKU
2494
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, multi-colored floral displays
- Landscape enthusiasts wanting continuous color throughout the season
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance, resilient shrub varieties
Who should skip it
- Fragrance lovers prioritizing intense, classic rose scents
- Low-effort gardeners preferring plants that require minimal grooming
- Safety-conscious gardeners wary of handling sharp, dense foliage
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Continuous flowering from late spring through fall ensures constant garden color.
Disease Resistance
Robust health profile minimizes the need for intensive chemical maintenance.
Fragrance Intensity
Subtle tea-like notes provide a pleasant but non-overpowering sensory experience.
Landscape Versatility
Upright, compact habit fits perfectly into borders, beds, or containers.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and vibrant petals make these ideal for indoor arrangements.
Establishment Speed
Reliable first-year blooming provides immediate gratification for new gardeners.
Key Specs
Virtual SKU
v2494
Genus
Rosa
Variety
'JACaltlive' - Bedard
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Mature Height
4 Feet
Mature Width
3 Feet
Bloom Color
Dark OrangeYellow
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Features
- Continuous, season-long blooming
- Vibrant 3-inch double blooms
- Soft, tea-like fragrance
- Excellent disease resistance
- Upright, bushy habit
- Blooms in the first year
- Suitable for cutting
- Radiant color
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the stunning design of the Mandarin Sunset rose, noting its exceptional, vibrant color blend that truly lives up to its name. The primary delight is the reliability of its performance. Reviewers frequently mention the vigorous growth and continuous, abundant blooming throughout the season, confirming its hardiness and ease of establishment. This rose delivers on its promise of dramatic visual impact and dependable garden presence, making it a highly valued addition for serious gardeners.
Know before you buy
Yes, this variety is known for blooming in its first year, so you can expect to see those vibrant orange flowers shortly after planting.
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.
It is hardy in zones 5 through 9, meaning it performs well in a wide range of climates. It requires full sun and well-drained, loamy soil to maintain its health and continuous bloom cycle.
Not at all. The Mandarin Sunset is noted for its excellent disease resistance and upright, bushy habit, which makes it a relatively low-maintenance choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Absolutely. The blooms are excellent for cutting, and their soft, tea-like fragrance makes them a lovely choice for bringing a touch of the garden indoors.
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