Gumball Goody Rose
Best low-maintenance rose for gardeners with limited space.
Discover the Gumball Goody™ Rose, a delightful shrub rose that adds a vibrant, low-maintenance splash of color to any garden. This charming plant features a cheerful mix of light pink, deep pink, and yellow blooms, offering continuous color from spring through frost. Its naturally rounded habit and compact size make it perfect for containers, borders, or smaller garden spaces. Bred for resilience, it resists common rose diseases like black spot and powdery mildew, ensuring effortless beauty. Enjoy its candy-coated sweetness and versatile appeal.
$21.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2639
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-44%
Below average
Botanical Name
12062
/ Rosa x ‘VLR‘
Who it's for
- Beginner gardeners seeking stress-free plant care
- Homeowners wanting vibrant, season-long curb appeal
- Small-space gardeners with limited patio or border room
Who should skip it
- Traditional rose enthusiasts prioritizing classic floral fragrance
- Gardeners in harsh climates avoiding intensive winter maintenance
- Budget-conscious shoppers preferring affordable, non-branded varieties
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Superior immunity to black spot and mildew ensures a pristine appearance.
Bloom Consistency
Reliable, non-stop color production from early spring through the first frost.
Maintenance Effort
Naturally compact habit minimizes the need for frequent pruning or shaping.
Versatility
Perfectly sized for tight borders, small gardens, or decorative patio containers.
Pollinator Appeal
Open, multi-colored blooms effectively attract bees and butterflies to your landscape.
Climate Adaptability
Robust hardiness across zones three through nine offers impressive regional flexibility.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Rosa x ‘VLR12062‘
Mature Height
2-3 ft.
Mature Width
2-3 ft.
Sunlight
Full Sun
Growth Rate
Moderate
Growing Zone
3-9 outdoors
Bloom Time
Spring to Fall
Soil Type
Well-drained soil
Features
- Continuous blooms from spring to frost
- Resistant to black spot and powdery mildew
- Compact and versatile for various garden sizes
- Low-maintenance beauty
- Attracts pollinators
- Ideal for containers and borders
- Cheerful multi-color blooms
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly love the Gumball Goody Rose for its exceptional low maintenance and stunning visual appeal. Reviewers consistently report superior disease resistance, validating the easy care promise. The deep pink blooms are described as prolific and true to color, providing continuous color from summer through fall. Gardeners appreciate the vigorous growth, even in challenging climates. While a few noted smaller first year blooms, the consensus confirms this rose is a reliable, hassle free addition to any landscape, offering excellent performance and lasting beauty.
Know before you buy
No, this variety has a naturally rounded, mounding habit that keeps it looking tidy on its own. You may perform light pruning in early spring to remove any dead wood or encourage new growth, but it does not require constant shaping.
Yes, its compact 2-3 foot size makes it an excellent choice for large containers. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage holes and use a high-quality potting mix to keep the plant healthy.
Yes, the Gumball Goody Rose is bred for continuous blooming from spring until the first frost. You can expect a steady display of its multi-colored flowers throughout the growing season.
This rose requires full sun, which means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight per day. Placing it in a spot with less light may result in fewer blooms and a weaker plant.
Yes, it is specifically bred for high disease resistance, making it much less prone to black spot and powdery mildew than traditional rose varieties. This makes it a great low-maintenance option for gardeners who want to avoid frequent chemical treatments.
The Gumball Goody Rose is hardy in zones 3 through 9. If you live in the colder end of that range, ensure the plant is well-mulched before the ground freezes to protect the roots.
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