‘Flamingo’ is a classic hybrid tea rose, highly valued for its elegant and perfectly formed blooms. The flowers are a beautiful shade of soft salmon-pink, with a high-centred form and long, straight stems that make them ideal for cutting. The blooms unfurl slowly, revealing a classic shape and a subtle, sweet fragrance. The plant has a strong, upright growth habit and healthy, glossy, dark green foliage. ‘Flamingo’ is a reliable and timeless rose that has been a favourite among gardeners and florists for decades due to its grace and consistent performance.
Usage This rose is a perfect choice for adding a touch of classic beauty and soft colour to any garden. It makes a stunning feature plant in a garden bed or a dedicated rose garden. Because of its long, strong stems, it is an ideal cut flower for bringing indoors to a vase, where its elegant form and gentle fragrance can be fully appreciated. It also looks spectacular when planted in a row to create a beautiful hedge or a border.
Care Tips
- Sunlight: Plant in a spot that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight each day. Plenty of sun is essential for producing the best flowers and maintaining a healthy plant.
- Soil: Prefers rich, fertile, and well-drained soil. Before planting, enrich the soil with plenty of organic matter, like compost or well-rotted manure, to improve its structure and fertility.
- Watering: Water deeply and consistently, especially during the dry summer months. It’s important to water the soil at the base of the plant and avoid getting the leaves wet to help prevent fungal diseases.
- Fertilising: To support its vigorous growth and abundant flowering, feed ‘Flamingo’ regularly throughout the growing season (spring to autumn) with a specialised rose fertiliser.
- Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the bush and remove any dead or weak stems. Regularly ‘deadhead’ spent flowers during the season to encourage continuous blooming.
- Pests & Diseases: ‘Flamingo’ is generally a healthy rose, but it’s still a good idea to monitor for common rose problems like black spot and powdery mildew, especially in humid conditions. Good air circulation is key to prevention.
