Pomponella
Pomponella
Floribunda
Pomponella has won numerous competitions and agricultural exhibitions.This rose belongs to fast-growing varieties with a compact and lush crown. The height of the central stem typically does not exceed 70-80 cm, but in southern regions with favorable agronomic conditions, the flower can reach 150 cm. The crown diameter is 60-70 cm. Strong, upright branches are abundantly covered with small leaves, painted in a rich green shade with a slight glossy sheen. The small oval leaves have a tough leathery texture and a wavy edge with tiny serrations. On a single stem of a healthy, abundant-flowering plant, 5 to 15 salmon-pink buds can form. The small bright pink flowers are spherical, with a diameter not exceeding 5 cm. On the stem of one adult and strong plant, 15 to 18 flowers can develop, possessing a delicate and slightly perceptible scent with floral notes.The rose has several advantages:
- Unpretentiousness
- Quick adaptation to climate change
- Long and abundant flowering period
- Gentle and pleasant aroma
- Low soil requirements
- Easy care and propagation
- Resistance to temperature fluctuations
- Retention of flower shape after rain
- Resistance to common diseases and pests
- Suitable for cutting
Flowering Features
The Pomponella rose is a prolific flowering plant, with bud formation starting in early June and continuing until the end of October. Often, the last flowers can be seen during the first frosts. The plant has a wave-like blooming pattern with short intervals. The dense spherical buds open gradually. The firm petals remain well-fixed in the inflorescence and retain their aesthetic appeal for an extended period. Special attention should be paid to the delicate fragrance of the flowers that subtly permeates every corner of the garden, adding charm with its sweet notes.Bright inflorescences maintain their shape during summer rains; however, their color may fade under direct sunlight.
Use in Landscape Design
This abundant-flowering bush is a versatile tool for landscape designers. Lush bushes can serve as standalone elements or part of blooming compositions in mixed borders, flower beds, and rose gardens. The flower looks particularly striking on fences, hedges, and arches. Due to the formation of numerous flowers and their long-lasting freshness, this culture can be used for creating bouquets and floral arrangements.
Color: pink
Fragrance: light
Flower diameter: 4-5 cm
Blooming: recurrent
Height: 70-80 cm
Width: 60 cm
Source: W. Kordes’Sohne, 2005