Flower Carpet Scarlet Rose
Best low-maintenance shrub for gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting seasonal color.
Discover the fuss-free Flower Carpet® Scarlet Rose, a stunning groundcover that delivers a profusion of brilliant, scarlet red flowers. This adaptable rose blooms continuously from spring through fall, offering up to ten months of color in warmer climates. It features glossy, dark green foliage that naturally resists mildew and black spot, making maintenance easier. Ideal for borders, containers, or mass planting, this deciduous shrub establishes an extensive root system when properly watered. Pruning is minimal, requiring only a light trim in late winter for optimal performance.
$39.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2598
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Brand
Monrovia Growers
/ Monrovia Growers
Who it's for
- Busy gardeners wanting low-maintenance, healthy plants
- Landscape designers seeking consistent, long-lasting color
- Homeowners needing easy-care, weed-suppressing groundcover
Who should skip it
- Gardeners prioritizing fragrant flowers for their landscape
- Minimalists wanting a plant that requires zero cleanup
- Landscapers looking for tall, structural specimen shrubs
Performance breakdown
Bloom Duration
Continuous flowering for up to ten months provides exceptional seasonal color.
Disease Resistance
Natural immunity to mildew and black spot minimizes chemical intervention needs.
Maintenance Effort
Minimal pruning requirements make this an ideal low-touch landscape choice.
Establishment Speed
Rapid growth habit ensures quick ground coverage for new garden beds.
Landscape Versatility
Adaptable form thrives in containers, borders, or expansive mass plantings.
Visual Impact
Brilliant scarlet blooms create a high-contrast focal point in any garden.
Key Specs
Brand
Monrovia Growers
Mature Height
3 feet
Mature Width
4 feet
Growth Rate
Fast
Light Needs
Full Sun
Water Needs
Average to Moist
Pruning Time
Late Winter Pruning
Features
- Produces a profusion of brilliant scarlet red flowers.
- Blooms for an extended period, up to ten months in warm climates.
- Glossy, dark green foliage is naturally resistant to mildew and black spot.
- Highly adaptable for various landscape uses including borders and containers.
- Stunning visual impact when used as a massed groundcover.
- Fast growth rate helps establish coverage quickly.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Flower Carpet Scarlet Rose for its exceptional reliability and ease of care. Gardeners appreciate how effortlessly these roses produce vibrant, continuous color throughout the season, requiring minimal pruning or disease management. The quality of the bloom density and the plant's robust nature make it a high value addition to any landscape. This variety delivers stunning visual impact without the typical high maintenance associated with traditional roses, making it a favorite for both novice and experienced growers.
Know before you buy
To achieve a dense, carpet-like effect, space your Flower Carpet Scarlet Roses approximately 3 feet apart. This allows the plants to spread and overlap as they reach their mature width of 4 feet.
No, this is a low-maintenance shrub. You only need to perform a light trim in late winter to remove any dead wood and encourage vigorous new growth for the coming season.
Yes, its compact, mounding habit makes it an excellent choice for large containers. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage and receives full sun to keep the plant blooming continuously.
The foliage is specifically bred to be naturally resistant to common rose issues like mildew and black spot. While it performs exceptionally well in various conditions, consistent airflow and full sun will further help keep the leaves healthy.
You can expect a nearly continuous display of scarlet flowers from spring through fall. In warmer climates, this blooming period can extend up to ten months.
For optimal performance and maximum bloom count, this shrub requires full sun. This means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight per day.
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