Rhapsody In Blue Rose
Rhapsody In Blue Rose is winner of Rose Of The Year 2003, and is still a firm favourite! The stunning flowers are a rich purple, that fade to slate blue with age – the closest you’ll get to a true ‘blue’ rose! With its gorgeous colouring and heavenly apple-like scent, this rose is sure to be a star of the garden! Send to loved ones for a lasting and eco-friendly gift that is perfect for any occasion.
About Rhapsody In Blue Rose
- Rose of the Year 2003
- Rich plum purple flowers, that fade to slate blue
- Strong, apple-like scent
- Floribunda rose
- Expected height 120cm, expected spread 80cm
- Potted in large 5.5L recyclable container
- Tracked UK delivery
- Add FREE Gift Message below, plus personalised gift wrap options
We offer customised gift wrap to make your rose a truly personal gift. Simply click on the “Add to basket” button to add your personal message, and select from our range of gift wrap options. Send direct to your recipient, or delivered to yourself so you can have the joy of gifting, this really is gifting made easy! Totally sustainable and entirely recyclable, we do not use single use plastics at all here at English Roses. A fantastic ethical gift, from a small independent UK business.
| Colour | Rich Purple, fades to Slate Blue |
|---|---|
| Eventual Height | 120cm |
| Planting Situation | Ideal for pots & front of borders |
| Fragrance | Strong and Apple-like |
| Plant Type | Potted Floribunda Rose |
March - April
As spring arrives and the weather warms, roses will be emerging from dormancy and starting to grow. Their stems will have been lightly pruned to encourage new growth, and leaves may start to appear. Roses grow at different rates, depending on variety, age, and weather conditions. Roses still need to be kept outside even if the temperatures fall.
Rhapsody In Blue Rose
Rhapsody In Blue Rose is winner of Rose Of The Year 2003, and it’s easy to see why! The clusters of semi-double flowers emerge a rich, deep purple, and gently fade to slate blue with age; in fact the closest variety yet to a true ‘blue’ rose. The stunning, unusual coloured flowers also have a strong, almost apple-like scent, and are highlighted by the glossy green foliage.
A strong and vigorous grower, this rose produces an abundance of flowers all season long. Ideal for large containers and the back of borders, this rose would perfectly enhance any summer garden.
Rhapsody In Blue Rose Overview
- Rose of the Year 2003
- Rich plum purple flowers, that fade to slate blue
- Strong, apple-like scent
- Floribunda rose
- Bred by Cowlishaw: frantasia
- Expected height 120cm, expected spread 80cm
- Potted in large 5.5L recyclable container
- Tracked UK delivery
- Add FREE Gift Message below, plus personalised gift wrap options
Rose Of The Year 2003
Rhapsody In Blue Rose is a stunning variety, well deserving of its award winning status! Send to friends and family for a living gift that they can treasure for a lifetime; the ideal gift for any celebration. The beautiful rich purple flowers are stunning, and when they fade to slate blue with age it’s the closest to a ‘blue’ rose you can get! The gorgeous apple-like scent is enchanting; this rose is sure to bring colour, life and love to any outdoor space!
Gift Wrapping Options
We offer customised gift wrap to make your rose a truly personal gift. Simply click on the “Add to basket” button to add your personal message, and select from our range of gift wrap options:
- FREE Gift Message: Every rose comes with a gift message free of charge or upgrade to one of our beautiful greetings cards. Simply write your message in the box, and we will print it on the gift tag hanging on your rose.
- Gift Bag: Select a reusable drawstring bag in the colour of your choice, to really make your gift stand out.
- Gift Planting Service: Alternatively, choose to have your rose expertly planted into a large willow basket by our specialist rose care team for a hassle-free, garden ready gift.
- Gift Tags: Add a hanging gift tag of your choice by selecting from our range, with a wide range of shapes, sizes and messages available.
- Gardening Essentials: Add a sachet of premium slow release rose feed to give your rose the best chance to thrive. Add gardening essentials such as gloves or pruners, for the ultimate rose gardening gift.
Choose from any or all of our options available, to personalise your rose and make it completely unique.
Potted Floribunda Roses
Floribunda roses are bush roses and thus ideal for borders and large patio pots, and can be planted straight away
For more information on the different types of roses we offer and therefore what may be most suitable for your garden, see our handy guide.
How will my potted rose arrive?
Our roses are cut back for the Winter to promote root growth, thus will arrive with short but healthy stems between October and March. Roses in April and May would be expected to have new growth and leaves, and then between May and September buds and blooms. *Please note: These are estimates and can vary due to weather conditions and exact variety of rose.
Your rose will be in a large 5.5L container, which is recyclable and thus can be disposed of accordingly in your home recycling bin.
We take care to be as sustainable as possible here at English Roses, and so avoid single use plastics at all costs. Our packaging is therefore fully recyclable, even down to the strapping on our cardboard boxes. Our gift wrapping also contains natural materials, many of which can be repurposed and reused.
A fantastic ethical gift, from a small independent UK business.
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As spring arrives and the weather warms, roses will be emerging from dormancy and starting to grow. Their stems will have been lightly pruned to encourage new growth, and leaves may start to appear. Roses grow at different rates, depending on variety, age, and weather conditions. Roses still need to be kept outside even if the temperatures fall.
Rose bushes go through different stages of growth throughout the year. They will look different as they move from their dormant phase in the winter to being in full bloom during the summer. For more information on how a rose will look throughout the year, please see our growth guide.
Our standard container is 5.5L, or there is the option to upgrade to our large willow basket for a patio ready gift! All roses (except bare root) will be securely packaged into our specially designed box, and are delivered via DPD. More information on sizing and delivery can be found in our help guides.
Delivery and Contact
We offer tracked delivery to mainland UK (excluding highlands, islands & Northern Ireland) via DPD. Full tracking is provided on all orders, including updates on estimated delivery time.
Next day delivery is available on orders placed before 12pm midday on weekdays (weekends & 2-day Scotland service excluded). You can also choose your preferred delivery date at checkout, up to 60 days in advance.
Free delivery is available on orders £100+ (2-day Scotland service excluded).
For more information on our delivery charges and policies, please see here.
If you’d like any further help or advice, our team are happy to help! Call us on 01243 379538 between 9am and 3pm Mon-Fri or email info@englishroses.co.uk
What is a beautiful Rich Purple, fades to Slate Blue rose? Rhapsody In Blue Rose is a stunning Rich Purple, fades to Slate Blue rose and also has a Strong and Apple-like fragrance. Perfect for planting in Ideal for pots & front of borders, this Potted Floribunda Rose will reach approx 120cm, bringing colour, life and love to the garden year after year.
What can I send as a unique 65th Wedding Anniversary gift? Rhapsody In Blue Rose makes a perfect 65th Wedding Anniversary. With gorgeous Rich Purple, fades to Slate Blue blooms and a Strong and Apple-like fragrance, this rose will bloom in celebration for years to come.
Can I get my Rhapsody In Blue Rose planted in a container? All our potted roses are in large 5.5L recyclable pots, or you can choose to have your Rhapsody In Blue Rose planted into our beautiful willow basket ready for gifting.
How long will delivery of my Rhapsody In Blue Rose take? We offer fast and affordable national UK delivery with full tracking options. Next day delivery is available, or select your preferred date from the calendar at checkout.
How will my Rhapsody In Blue Rose be delivered? Our roses are securely packaged in our specially designed parcels, so we are confident they can travel the country and still arrive in top condition. Send direct to loved ones or delivered to yourself so you can have the joy of gifting, it really is that easy! For more information on delivery and to see images of the packaging, please see here.
How do I water/prune/plant my Rhapsody In Blue Rose? We are always on hand to help you with your roses – we want you to have summers full of beautiful Rich Purple, fades to Slate Blue blooms! For top tips and handy how-to guides from our rose care experts, please visit our Help & Advice page.
What makes a good eco-friendly 65th Wedding Anniversary gift? Rhapsody In Blue Rose makes a wonderful eco-friendly gift that will bloom for years to come. Still thriving long after the bouquets have faded, a living rose has a positive impact on the environment. Here at English Roses, we also take care to be as sustainable as possible and so avoid single use plastics. Our packaging is therefore fully recyclable, even down to the strapping on our cardboard boxes. Our gift wrapping also contains natural materials, many of which can be repurposed and reused.
Where can I buy Rhapsody In Blue Rose? English Roses provides high quality roses in large 5.5L recyclable pots, with tracked UK delivery. With sustainable gift wrap options available, and select your own delivery date at checkout, this really is gifting made easy! Treat yourself or your loved one to a stunning Rich Purple, fades to Slate Blue rose and order your Rhapsody In Blue Rose today, for years of glorious summers ahead!
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