Rosa Soul Sister Sunbelt Shrub Rose
Best low-maintenance shrub for gardeners seeking fragrant, disease-resistant seasonal color.
Discover the Rosa Soul Sister™ Sunbelt Shrub Rose, a Kordes introduction celebrated for its exceptional disease resistance. This compact shrub produces abundant, fully double blooms in a unique peachy apricot shade, complemented by a rich, sweet damask fragrance. Its leathery, dark green foliage remains healthy and lush, offering excellent winter hardiness and summer stamina. This repeat bloomer provides continuous color from late spring through early fall, making it an ideal choice for borders, hedges, and landscape focal points.
$29.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2688
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-24%
Below average
Virtual SKU
2223
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Who it's for
- Organic gardeners seeking low-maintenance, chemical-free plant care
- Landscape designers prioritizing high-impact color and sensory garden appeal
- Homeowners wanting consistent, long-lasting floral displays all season
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in scorching climates desiring color-fast, intense blooms
- Cold-climate residents avoiding high-effort winter plant protection
- Busy hobbyists looking for truly hands-off, no-prune shrub varieties
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Kordes breeding ensures minimal maintenance and exceptional health throughout the season.
Bloom Consistency
Reliable repeat flowering provides vibrant color from late spring until autumn.
Fragrance Intensity
Rich damask notes offer a sophisticated scent profile for garden enjoyment.
Climate Adaptability
Robust winter hardiness makes this variety versatile across multiple growing zones.
Landscape Versatility
Compact mounding habit fits perfectly into borders, hedges, or container displays.
Foliage Quality
Leathery, dark green leaves maintain a lush appearance even during summer.
Key Specs
Virtual SKU
v2223
Selected Product SKU
38416
Genus
Rosa
Variety
'KORconvent'
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Mature Height
36 inches
Mature Width
36 inches
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Features
- Superior disease resistance
- Unique peachy apricot blooms
- Rich damask fragrance
- Lush, healthy foliage
- Repeat bloomer
- Excellent winter hardiness
- Great for cut flowers
- Compact shrub form
What customers say
The Rosa Soul Sister is celebrated for its exceptional quality and reliability. Customers consistently praise its vigorous growth and impressive disease resistance, making it remarkably easy to care for, even in challenging climates. The vibrant, consistent apricot blooms and strong fragrance offer outstanding aesthetic appeal. This rose truly lives up to its premium reputation as a top performer, providing lasting beauty and a delightful scent that enhances any garden space. Its ease of care combined with its stunning visual and aromatic qualities makes it a highly recommended choice for rose enthusiasts seeking both performance and beauty.
Know before you buy
This is a compact, mounding shrub that reaches a mature height and width of approximately 3 feet. Its tidy size makes it well-suited for borders, hedges, or smaller landscape spaces.
No, it is specifically bred for superior disease resistance, which significantly reduces the need for chemical interventions. As long as it is planted in well-drained soil and receives full sun, it remains quite low-maintenance.
Yes, the fully double, peachy apricot blooms are excellent for cut flowers. They also carry a rich, sweet damask fragrance that makes them a lovely addition to indoor bouquets.
The Soul Sister rose is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9. It is recognized for its excellent winter hardiness and summer stamina, allowing it to thrive in a wide range of temperatures.
This is a repeat bloomer, meaning you can expect continuous color from late spring through early fall. It is designed to provide a steady display of blooms rather than a single, short-lived flush.
For the best performance, plant this rose in a location that receives full sun. It prefers loamy, well-drained soil and requires moderate, consistent watering to stay healthy and lush.
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