Rosa Zelda - Shrub Rose

The 'Zelda' 'Reuvery' Rose forms a compact bush that blooms continuously from May to October. Its glossy dark green foliage, free from diseases, provides a beautiful backdrop for the bicolour double roses, where the cream white gradually turns red over time. Very floriferous, this variety has been awarded for its numerous ornamental qualities and natural disease resistance. Perfect in diverse flowerbeds alongside perennial plants and bushes.

'Zelda' is a modern bush rose with clustered flowers introduced to the market by the French breeder Reuter. It won first prize at the 11th edition of the Grand Prix de la Rose awarded by the SNHF (National Horticultural Society of France). This prize rewards various criteria, such as the quality of the rose and flowers, floriferousness, vegetation, health condition, fragrance, charm...
Like all roses, this plant belongs to the large Rosaceae family. A reasonably compact variety, it reaches a height of 60 to 80 cm (24 to 32in) with a width of about 50 cm, forming a dense and tight bush. Its green branches are sturdy and thorny, carrying abundant, ample, healthy foliage with a shiny dark green colour. Deciduous, the foliage falls in late autumn. From May onwards, the roses appear and continue blooming until frost, provided that faded flowers are regularly removed so that the bush does not tire unnecessarily in producing fruits. The flowers, with a turbinated shape, are double, with numerous petals arranged in a spiral from the centre to the periphery, their colour changing from cream white to red, creating a colourful and joyful harmony. Measuring approximately 8 cm (3in) in diameter, they are clustered in bouquets, clearly visible against the dark foliage that enhances their beauty. Slightly fragrant, they captivate the eye with their elegant charm.

This 'Zelda' or 'Reuvery' rose is an easy-to-grow plant suitable for everyone and everywhere. It fits nicely in a large pot on the patio or balcony, among perennial plants or other bushes, along pathways, or in flowerbeds. In summer, it will be beautifully accompanied by blue-flowering plants such as the Perovskia atriplicifolia Lacey Blue, whose grey foliage will create a superb contrast with the dark green of the rose, which can be planted in front of it. Compact, the Lavande angustifolia Bleu de Gien will also be perfect in the foreground, offering the same shades as the Perovskia. Taller, reaching over a meter, and featuring grey foliage and blue flowers, the Caryopteris clandonensis Sterling Silver can be planted behind the rose. In mild climates, you can also pair the early flowering of Zelda Reuvery with the Ceanothus Dark Star with its incredible cobalt blue heads. Add some decorative grasses to your scene, such as the Pennisetum alopecuroides Piglet, which will delight you with its pinkish-beige plumes during the summer.