Spirit of Freedom is a rose famous all over the world for its decorative properties. The variety was bred back in 1998 in the world famous David Austin nursery, but was officially registered only in 2014. Translated from English, the variety is called "spirit of freedom."

Rose Spirit of Freedom: description and characteristics

Rose Spirit of Freedom belongs to shrub varieties. During flowering, elastic dense buds of a pale pink color are formed, in which lilac-pink tones begin to prevail as they bloom. The advantage of the variety is its high resistance to rain.

The flowers are characterized by a cup-shaped shape, double petals, each bud consists of 45-50 petals. During flowering, the bush exudes a pleasant aroma with pronounced notes of myrrh. Flowers are grouped into inflorescences, up to 15 flowers can be located on one peduncle at a time. The bush grows rapidly. It is characterized by abundant foliage of a rich dark green color with a semi-glossy surface.

Spirit of Freedom

A brief description of:

  • The main color of the buds is pale pink.
  • The flower diameter varies from 12 to 14 cm.
  • Height - up to one and a half meters.
  • In diameter, the bush grows to 1.2 meters.
  • High resistance to fungal diseases.
  • The variety is re-flowering.

Important! To preserve varietal characteristics, the plant is propagated only in a vegetative way. The easiest option for breeding at home is propagation by cuttings.

Planting and leaving

Hydrangea Invizible Spirit - description, planting and care

The plant is unpretentious in care and does not have specific planting requirements. But still, for the rapid development of the bush and lush flowering, it is recommended to pay attention to the following points:

  • The landing site must necessarily be located on a hill, but if preference is given to lowlands, then the plant will quickly wither and die, this will be due to the accumulation of excess moisture, as well as cold air currents.
  • The site must be well ventilated, but protected from strong gusts of wind and drafts.
  • Roses grow more readily in sunny areas, but you can plant a culture in partial shade.

Note! The most suitable time for planting is the second or third decade of April - the first or second decade of May. In the southern regions, you can plant a rose in the fall, but in a short time, the bush must have time to adapt and take root in a new place.

Caring for Spirit of Freedom comes down to regular and moderate watering (do not allow the soil to dry out, and also overmoisten it), the introduction of complexes of mineral and organic fertilizers, loosening and removal of weeds, and it is also necessary to mulch the near-stem circle using rotted manure or peat ...

Cold resistance indicators are moderate, so the bushes must be covered for the winter.

Planting and leaving

Advantages and disadvantages

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Rose Spirit of Freedom became famous not only for its decorative qualities, but also because of its unpretentious cultivation. Florists also note the following advantages:

  • Subject to the rules of agricultural technology, the plant is extremely resistant to powdery mildew and black spot.
  • Not afraid of rain.
  • It blooms again, but only with the timely removal of faded flowers.

Note! As for the disadvantages, it should be noted not very good indicators of cold resistance, as well as reproduction only in a vegetative way.

The varietal variety Spirit of Freedom is very popular among domestic agronomists, and for good reason: even novice growers can grow it.If you strictly follow all the rules of planting and care, soon the summer resident will be pleased with a lush and bright flowering.