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Why we like this plant
If you're after a reliable rose with soft, flattering colour and gentle fragrance, ‘Rachel’ fits beautifully into any planting scheme. Its repeat flowering and neat habit make it ideal for gardeners wanting steady charm without fuss. Whether used alone or among perennials, it adds a touch of classic elegance.
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About this plant
Rosa ‘Rachel’ is a graceful floribunda bush rose showcasing soft salmon-pink blooms with a gentle swirl of lighter petals. Each semi-double flower offers a delicate fruity fragrance and appears in generous clusters from early summer to the first frosts. Its neat, compact form and glossy foliage make it a versatile option for garden beds, containers, or mixed borders, blending elegance with ease of care.
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Key features
- Salmon-pink semi-double blooms (6–8 cm across)
- Light fruity fragrance
- Repeat flowering from June to November
- Glossy, disease-resistant foliage
- Compact, bushy habit ideal for versatile planting
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Eventual height and
spreadHeight: 60–90 cm | Spread: 50–80 cm
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Growth
habitNeat and bushy with well-branched stems that carry clusters of blooms above glossy foliage.
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Moisture
Moist but well‑drained
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Position in
the GardenThis rose thrives in a sunny, sheltered spot, making it an excellent choice for patio containers, front-of-border planting, or beside pathways where you can enjoy its colour and scent up close.
Planting guide
Choose a sunny, sheltered location with fertile, well-drained soil. Enrich the planting hole with organic compost or manure, set the crown just above soil level, and water carefully after planting. Maintain even moisture during its first season and feed after emerging foliage appears and again after the first bloom flush.
Care tips
Feed in spring and midsummer with a balanced rose feed, deadhead faded blooms to encourage further flowering, and water at the base to avoid wetting leaves. Inspect foliage regularly for pests or signs of disease and treat early. Apply mulch annually to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Winter care
Prune in autumn to shape and remove weak stems, then apply a thick mulch around the base for insulation. In colder zones, protect the crown with fleece or a rose collar.