Rose - Lili Marlene

Common Name:
Rose 'Lili Marlene'

Description:
Rose 'Lili Marlene' is a stunning floribunda rose, celebrated for its deep red, velvety blooms and compact growth habit. This classic variety produces clusters of semi-double flowers with a rich fragrance, making it a favourite among gardeners and rose enthusiasts. The foliage is a dark green with a slightly glossy finish, providing a striking contrast to the vibrant red flowers. 'Lili Marlene' is a hardy and reliable rose that thrives in Melbourne’s climate, requiring a sunny position with well-drained soil. It flowers prolifically from spring through to autumn, attracting pollinators and adding a burst of colour to garden beds or containers. With its excellent disease resistance and repeat-flowering nature, this rose is a perfect choice for garden borders, mass planting, or as a feature in pots. Regular deadheading will encourage more blooms, and an annual winter prune will help maintain its shape and vigour.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 80cm – 1m
• Width: 60cm – 80cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Deep Red

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Disease Resistant
• Scented Flowers
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Suitable for Hedging

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans
• May cause mild stomach upset if ingested by pets

Companion Plants:

• Lavender
• Catmint (Nepeta)
• Salvia
• Lamb’s Ear (Stachys byzantina)
• White Alyssum