Rose - Neptune

Common Name:
Rose 'Neptune'

Description:
Rose 'Neptune' is a striking hybrid tea rose renowned for its large, elegant blooms in an unusual and captivating shade of lavender with soft mauve and silvery undertones. Each flower is beautifully formed with high centres and a lush petal count, carried singly on long stems, making it an exceptional cut flower. Its fragrance is a strong, sweet citrus-rose blend that adds sensory appeal to its already show-stopping appearance. Flowering in flushes from spring through to autumn, 'Neptune' performs well in Melbourne gardens when planted in full sun and enriched, well-drained soil. The foliage is a deep, glossy green, contrasting beautifully with the cool-toned blooms. With good disease resistance and an upright habit, this variety is ideal for rose beds, formal plantings, or as a specimen in a large decorative pot.

Form:
Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:
Height: 1.2–1.5 m
Width: 0.9–1.2 m

Aspect:
Full Sun

Flowering:
Flowers in Spring
Flowers in Summer
Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
Lavender
Mauve with silvery tones

Key Attributes:
Suitable for Pots
Scented flowers
Suitable for Cut Flowers
Perennial
Suitable for Formal Gardens
Disease Resistant

Toxicity:
May be mildly toxic to pets (particularly dogs and cats) if ingested – can cause gastrointestinal irritation. Thorns may also cause physical injury.

Companion Plants:
Salvia nemorosa
Catmint (Nepeta)
Lavender
Geranium (Cranesbill)
Lamb’s Ear (Stachys byzantina)
Dusty Miller (Senecio cineraria)