Rosa 'Korresia' ( SUNSPRITE)

Plant Family

Rosaceae

Plant Botanical Name

Rosa 'Korresia' ( SUNSPRITE)

Photo by: JAMES H. SCHUTTE

Plant Common Name

Floribunda Rose

General Description

An upright floribunda rose, Sun Sprite blooms in flushes from late spring to fall with clusters of highly fragrant, double (extra petals), deep-yellow flowers. Also known as ‘Korresia,’ this deciduous, much-branched shrub grows in a mound that is wider than tall. The leaves are glossy and dark green and have good disease resistance.

Like most roses, Sun Sprite grows and flowers best in full sun and average, well-drained soil. It needs a steady supply of nutrients and water. Mulch the plant to enrich the soil and preserve moisture. Water it by watering the soil; avoid wetting the leaves. To prolong flowering, remove spent flowers and prune spent stems to a leaf with five leaflets and a bud at its base. A new stem will arise and bloom when it matures. Use ‘Korresia’ as a specimen plant in a mixed border, against a south facing wall or fence, or grouped to match the scale of a large yard.

Characteristics

• Plant Type

  Shrub

• Sun Exposure

  Full Sun

• Native To

  Hybrid Origin

Growing Conditions

• Soil pH

  Acidic, Neutral

• Soil Drainage

  Well Drained

• Soil type

  Loam, Sand

• Growth Rate

  Medium

• Water Requirements

  Average Water

• Habit

  Upright/Erect

• Seasonal Interest

  Summer, Fall

Ornamental Features

• Flower Interest

  Showy

• Flower Color

  Yellow, Red

• Fragrant Flowers

  Yes

• Fragrant Fruit

  No

• Fragrant Foliage

  No

• Bark or Stem Fragrant

  No

• Repeat Bloomer

  Yes

• Showy Fruit

  No

• Edible Fruit

  No

• Showy Foliage

  No

• Evergreen

  No

• Showy Bark

  No

Special Characteristics

• Usage

  Feature Plant, Foundation, Hedges, Mixed Border, Rock Garden / Wall

• Sharp or Has Thorns

  Yes

• Invasive

  No

• Self-Sowing

  No