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A true red, semi-double rose that blooms non-stop through the summer to the first frost. Presenting Miracle on the Hudson™ Rose. It is named in honor of the crew and passengers of flight 1549 and is the winner of ‘Most Outstanding Rose’ at the 2014 Biltmore International Rose Trials.
Miracle on the Hudson™ has all of the great parts of a rose, such as continuous blooms and a lovely cinnamon sweet fragrance. It also is one of the lowest maintenance shrub roses available. There is no need to plant a low growing perennial or shrub in front of this rose. The foliage is lush and full on the stem all of the way to the ground. The fragrant blooms attract beneficial pollinators all summer, then turn into brilliant orange hips for the fall and winter. Birds and other wildlife look forward to these tasty morsels to get through the winter. Shrub roses can be grown as a low growing hedge or as an individual element in the garden. Miracle on the Hudson™ would grow well in a container on a patio or deck. It's more compact size makes it perfect for the smaller garden.
Miracle on the Hudson™ Rose Care
Miracle on the Hudson™ Rose grows best in full sun with a well drained, moist soil. An average soil texture and neutral pH is acceptable. Fertilizing needs to be done on an annual schedule. A well balanced, slow release food applied early in the spring as the new foliage appears will help to help this shrub rose to maintain vigorous growth and blooming.
Pruning is only needed once a year. Early in the spring, cutting out any dead, dying, diseased or diagonal branches.Roses are not drought tolerant and require additional irrigation, especially during extended hot and dry spells. Mulching with an organic compost or leaves will help the soil become more moisture retentive over time. Roses develop mildew and fungal diseases when watered from above. Using soaker hoses or a drip irrigation system to keep the leaves dry will greatly cut down on disease infections.
Miracle on the Hudson™ Rose Spacing
Miracle on the Hudson™ has been bred to stay lower and more compact than other shrub roses. The mature height is 3-4 feet and the width is 3-4 feet. Spacing of 40 inches on center will ensure proper air circulation around this lovely addition to your garden.
Miracle on the Hudson™ Rose Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 5 to 8 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun (6+ Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 3-4 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 1-2 Feet
- Growth Habit
- , Upright
- Water Needs
- Average
- Root Stock
- Own Root
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , Red
- Flower Description
- Velvety Bright Red
- Bloom Time
- Late Spring to Fall
- Blooms On
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New Wood
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"Blooms on" tells you which stems produce flowers, which decides when it's safe to prune.
- New Wood: Flowers form on stems that grow this season. Prune in late winter or early spring without losing blooms.
- Old Wood: Flower buds form on last year's stems. Prune right after flowering. Pruning in fall or early spring removes next year's blooms.
- Both New and Old Wood: Blooms on last year's stems and again on new growth, so it flowers even after a hard winter or a mistimed pruning. Prune lightly after the first flush of blooms.
- When to Prune
- Late winter to early spring, before new growth starts
- Foliage Color
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Deep Green
- Foliage Type
- , Deciduous
- Seasonal Interest
- , Summer Flowering
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- Miracle on the Hudson™ Rose
- Botanical Name
- ROSA 'MIRACLE ON THE HUDSON'
- Brand
- Plants That Work
- Plant Type
- Shrub
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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