Minerva

The Rose Minerva® is a beautiful addition to any garden. With an average rating of GOOD+, this floribunda rose is a great choice for those looking for a reliable and hardy plant. Bred by Martin Vissers in Belgium in 2004, and introduced in 2010, this rose is known for its stunning mauve or mauve blend color and strong, sweet fragrance.

The blooms of the Rose Minerva® are medium to large, full, and cluster-flowered, with an average diameter of 3.25 inches. They have golden-yellow stamens that age to light blue, adding an interesting contrast to the purple color. The cupped bloom form is perfect for cutting and displaying in a vase, making this rose a great option for cut flower gardens. The Rose Minerva® blooms in flushes throughout the season, providing a constant display of color and fragrance in your garden.

The Rose Minerva® is a medium, upright plant that grows to a height of 28-32 inches, making it a great option for beds and borders, or even as a container rose. It is very disease resistant, very blackspot resistant, and very mildew resistant, making it easy to care for and maintain. It does require spring freeze protection, but with proper care, it will thrive in USDA zone 6b and warmer.

This rose is dedicated to Belgium's old glory and premier automotive marque, Minerva, which built cars from 1899 to 1939 in Antwerp. It was also introduced in cooperation with the Minerva Lions group in Antwerp for charity. With its beautiful appearance, reliable growth, and dedication to a historical figure, the Rose Minerva® is a fantastic choice for any gardener.