Rosa x floribunda PATIO ROSE Baby Iceberg - Floribunda Rose

'Baby Iceberg' from the Patio Rose collection is an excellent variety from Kordes that combines floribundity, charm, and natural disease resistance, qualities that have made the reputation of the German rose breeder. This bush with a harmonious habit is covered with beautiful glossy foliage that serves as a backdrop for clusters of barely double, snow-white roses surrounding a cream-shaded centre. The flowering is early and continues continuously throughout the summer, abundantly, even without pruning. A charming and carefree little rose, to be used in borders, or in pots on the balcony. 

Rosa x floribunda 'Baby Iceberg' was introduced to the market by rose breeder Kordes Rosen in 2020. This lovely creation is part of a series of roses, the 'Patio Rose' selected in partnership with 'Globe Planter' for their floribundity and excellent adaptation to pot culture. Baby Iceberg, as its name suggests, resembles a compact version of the famous rose Iceberg (Snow Fairy). It is characterised by an upright and bushy habit, well-branched, balanced. This bush reaches approximately 70 cm (28in) in height and 50 cm (20in) in spread. Its thorny stems bear medium green leaves, divided into 5 finely toothed leaflets, shiny, very disease resistant. Its flowering is early and long-lasting, it renews tirelessly from May to October if the soil remains moist. The flowers are semi-double cups 5 to 6 cm (2in) in diameter,  gathered in terminal clusters. The deciduous foliage falls in autumn.

Floribunda roses can be used to create beautiful small hedges, planted in a mix at the edge of the patio, along a path or in small shrub borders. Combine them with dwarf abelias, Mexican orange trees, or bluebeards for example. They are good companions for phlox and perennial geraniums. This variety 'Baby Iceberg' will be highlighted when planted in groups of 3 plants, forming an extremely bright bush. For example, surround it with catmints and perennial salvias with blue, violet, pink, mauve, or white flowers. Also, combine it with groundcover roses, gypsophilas, or even lavenders. This very hardy rose that requires little maintenance will thrive in full sun or partial shade. It will delight all gardeners, beginners or experienced.