Roses 'Arthur Bell' (Rosa 'Arthur Bell')

Roses 'Arthur Bell'

Highly fragrant, the roses 'Arthur Bell' is a repeat bloomer that produces spectacular yellow flowers. Samuel Darragh McGredy IV bred the roses 'Arthur Bell' by crossing 'Cläre Grammerstorf' with the 'Piccadilly' rose variety. Its name derives from Arthur Bell, the creator of Scotch whiskey.

Scientific classification

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

60 cm

Spread

Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Roses 'Arthur Bell'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Roses 'Arthur Bell' prefers well-drained, moist soil and requires watering when the surface is slightly dry, particularly during the growing season. Avoid water-logging and ensure proper drainage. Water less in winter and increase frequency during budding and flowering, then reduce post-flowering.

Fertilize: Roses 'Arthur Bell' prefers fertile soil and benefits from multiple small fertilizer applications during the growing season. Use liquid fertilizer bi-weekly in spring/summer and slow-release every two months. For cut flowers, fertilize 1-2 times weekly and use Mycorrhizal fungi for enhanced nutrient absorption.

Pruning: Roses 'Arthur Bell' features vibrant yellow blooms and a pleasant fragrance. Prune in early spring by removing dead or damaged wood, thinning crowded branches, and cutting back previous growth by a third. Regular pruning enhances health, prevents disease, and improves blooming potential.

Propagation: Roses 'Arthur Bell' can be propagated by grafting, division, and cutting. Grafting is best done in late summer to autumn using multiflora rose as rootstock. Division involves separating ramets, and cutting requires branches with 3-4 buds in spring or autumn for optimal rooting success.

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