‘Remember Me’ is a remarkable hybrid tea rose, renowned for its incredible, glowing blooms and rich history. It was released to support the Alzheimer’s Society, and its name serves as a poignant reminder of loved ones. The large, well-formed blooms are a spectacular colour, a rich blend of coppery-orange, amber, and apricot that deepens as the flower matures. The petals have a ruffled edge, giving the blooms a luxurious, full appearance. A powerful, spicy fragrance adds to its allure. The plant has a strong, upright growth habit and good disease resistance, making it a reliable and beautiful addition to any garden.
Usage This rose is perfect for adding warmth and a striking colour to a garden. Its glowing blooms make it a wonderful feature plant in a garden bed or a dedicated rose garden. The flowers are produced on long stems, making them an excellent choice for cutting to create beautiful and fragrant bouquets for a vase. Plant it near a patio, a path, or a doorway to fully appreciate its spicy perfume. Its meaningful name also makes it a great choice for a memorial garden.
Care Tips
- Sunlight: Plant in a position that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight each day. This is essential for encouraging a profusion of blooms and maintaining a healthy plant.
- Soil: Prefers rich, fertile, and well-drained soil. Before planting, enrich the soil with organic matter like compost or well-rotted manure to improve its structure and fertility.
- Watering: Water deeply and regularly, especially during the dry summer months. It’s best to water the soil at the base of the plant and avoid wetting the foliage, which helps to prevent fungal diseases.
- Fertilising: To support its vigorous growth and continuous flowering, feed ‘Remember Me’ regularly throughout the growing season (spring to autumn) with a fertiliser specifically formulated for roses.
- Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the bush and remove any old or dead wood. Regularly ‘deadhead’ spent flowers to encourage new flushes of blooms.
- Pests & Diseases: While it has good disease resistance, it’s still a good idea to monitor for common rose pests like aphids and diseases such as black spot and powdery mildew. Good air circulation is key to prevention.
