| Botanical Name | Rosa 'KORberbeni' |
| Description | Part of the Sunbelt® collection by Kordes, the 'South Africa'™ Rose is specifically bred to flourish in high-heat climates like the Houston metro area. It produces clusters of large, cupped, double blooms in a striking shade of deep amber-gold that maintains its intensity even under the punishing Texas sun. This variety is highly disease resistant and features glossy, dark green foliage that stays healthy in our humid Gulf Coast environment. For best results in our local clay soil, plant in a raised bed or amend heavily with compost to provide the necessary drainage for its vigorous root system. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (6+ hours daily) |
| Height x Width | 4' Height x 2' - 3' Width |
| Water | Average; water deeply at the base to prevent foliage diseases in high humidity. |
| Zones | 5 - 11 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer for consistent repeat blooms. |
| Pruning | Prune back by 1/3 in late February; deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous flushes. |
| Deer Resistance | Low |
| Botanical Name | Rosa 'KORberbeni' |
| Description | Part of the Sunbelt® collection by Kordes, the 'South Africa'™ Rose is specifically bred to flourish in high-heat climates like the Houston metro area. It produces clusters of large, cupped, double blooms in a striking shade of deep amber-gold that maintains its intensity even under the punishing Texas sun. This variety is highly disease resistant and features glossy, dark green foliage that stays healthy in our humid Gulf Coast environment. For best results in our local clay soil, plant in a raised bed or amend heavily with compost to provide the necessary drainage for its vigorous root system. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (6+ hours daily) |
| Height x Width | 4' Height x 2' - 3' Width |
| Water | Average; water deeply at the base to prevent foliage diseases in high humidity. |
| Zones | 5 - 11 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer for consistent repeat blooms. |
| Pruning | Prune back by 1/3 in late February; deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous flushes. |
| Deer Resistance | Low |