Sunsprite Floribunda Rose

$59.99

Sunsprite Floribunda Rose features fragrant golden-yellow blooms with repeat flowering. It is perfect for sunny borders, containers, and rose gardens.

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Sunsprite Floribunda Rose

Rosa ‘Sunsprite’, Rosa ‘KORresia’

Sunsprite Floribunda Rose is a vibrant and highly regarded rose known for its brilliant yellow blooms and strong fragrance. From late spring through fall, this variety produces clusters of rich, golden-yellow flowers that maintain their color well throughout the season. The blooms are medium-sized, slightly cupped, and notably fragrant. They offer a classic rose scent that makes them stand out among floribundas. Its bright coloring brings a cheerful, sunlit quality to garden beds and borders.

This floribunda rose grows in a compact, bushy form, typically reaching 2 to 3 feet in height with a spread of 2 to 3 feet. Its dense growth habit and cluster-flowering nature provide continuous color without taking up excessive space, making it ideal for smaller gardens, edging, or mass plantings. The deep green foliage provides a strong contrast to the bright yellow blooms while contributing to the plant’s overall structure and appeal.

Sunsprite Floribunda Rose thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. It performs best with consistent moisture and benefits from regular fertilization during the growing season to encourage repeat blooming. Good air circulation helps maintain plant health, and pruning in late winter or early spring promotes vigorous growth and abundant flowering. Deadheading spent blooms will further extend the flowering period and keep the plant looking tidy.

Care Instructions:

Planting: Choose a full sun location with good air circulation.
Soil: Plant in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment. Maintain consistent moisture without waterlogging.
Fertilizing: Apply a rose fertilizer in early spring and continue feeding throughout the growing season.
Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead or weak canes. Deadhead to encourage repeat blooms.
Spacing: Space plants 2–3 ft apart to allow for mature growth and airflow.
Maintenance: Monitor for pests and diseases and maintain good airflow around the plant.

In addition to its ornamental appeal, Sunsprite attracts pollinators such as honey bees. Its combination of vivid color, strong fragrance, and compact growth habit makes it a versatile choice for a variety of garden settings. Whether used in borders, rose beds, or containers, Sunsprite Floribunda Rose provides long-lasting color and classic garden charm.

Plant NameSunsprite Floribunda Rose
Botanical / Alternative Name(s)Rosa ‘Sunsprite’, Rosa ‘KORresia’
Plant TypeRoses, Shrubs
Hardiness Zone(s)5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Season of InterestEarly Fall, Spring, Summer
ExposureFull Sun
Plant Height2' - 3' (ft)
Plant Spread2' - 3' (ft)
Spacing2' – 3' (ft)
Water NeedsAverage
Maintenance LevelAverage
Soil TypeLoam
Soil PHAcid, Neutral
Soil DrainageWell-Drained
Bloom ColorYellow
Foliage ColorGreen
CharacteristicsFlowering, Fragrant, Showy
TolerancesDeer, Heat
AttractsBees
Garden UsesBeds & Borders, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting, Patio & Containers, Small Gardens, Specimen

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