Rosa 'John Cabot' is a popular and versatile rose variety that's perfect for gardeners of all levels. It's a repeat-flowering shrub rose, meaning it produces blooms throughout the growing season.
This rose is a compact and bushy plant that grows to about 3-4 feet tall, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens or hedges. It's also relatively low-maintenance, requiring only occasional pruning to keep it looking its best.
The blooms of Rosa 'John Cabot' are a beautiful shade of pink, with a delicate, cupped shape and a strong, sweet fragrance. They're a real showstopper in any garden, and attract a variety of pollinators and other beneficial insects.
What is Rosa 'John Cabot'?
Rosa 'John Cabot' is a hybrid Kordesii shrub rose.
It's a tall bushy rose, growing 5 to 8 feet in height, with a spread of 5 to 7 feet.
The blooms are medium-sized, with 2.8 inch petals in a range of colors from dark pink to reddish-purple.
Flower color can sometimes have streaks of white, and the color fades as blooms age.
Rosa 'John Cabot' flowers abundantly in the first seven weeks of the season, then occasionally until the autumn.
It has a light, musky fragrance and light green, glossy foliage.
Leaves are susceptible to blackspot.
In warmer climates, Rosa 'John Cabot' can be trained as a climbing rose up to 10 feet.
Its arching growth habit makes it a great choice for northern gardens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you take care of a Rosa John Cabot?
Water John Cabot roses deeply and regularly, especially in hot weather, and remove spent flowers to encourage new blooms. Regular deadheading will help keep your roses healthy and flowering.
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