Rose - First Love

Common Name:
First Love Rose

Description:
Rosa 'First Love' is a graceful hybrid tea rose known for its soft, romantic pink blooms and elegant form. The flowers are large, high-centred, and beautifully shaped, opening in classic spirals with a delicate fragrance that adds a nostalgic charm to the garden. The pastel pink tones deepen slightly towards the centre, giving the blooms depth and visual interest. Borne singly on long stems, 'First Love' is perfect for cutting and displays, as well as for feature planting in rose beds or formal gardens. This variety flowers prolifically from spring through to autumn and performs well in Melbourne's climate when grown in a sunny position with rich, well-drained soil. With proper care, including regular feeding and pruning, 'First Love' maintains a strong, upright habit and delivers repeated flushes of romantic blooms throughout the growing season.

Form:
*Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:
*Height: 1.2–1.5 m
*Width: 0.8–1.2 m

Aspect:
*Full Sun

Flowering:
*Flowers in Spring
*Flowers in Summer
*Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
*Soft Pink

Key Attributes:
*Suitable for Pots
*Scented Flowers
*Perennial
*Suitable for Cut Flowers
*Bee Attracting
*Disease Resistant

Toxicity:
Not considered toxic to humans or animals. Thorns can cause minor injury if handled without gloves.

Companion Plants:
*Lavandula angustifolia
*Nepeta ‘Six Hills Giant’
*Salvia ‘Blue Marvel’
*Heuchera ‘Berry Smoothie’
*Thymus serpyllum