Mauvelous Floribunda Rose brings unforgettable color and fragrance to the garden, offering a standout look that lives up to its name. Introduced in 2018 and hybridized by Dr. Keith Zary, this floribunda dazzles with deep mauve petals accented by a lighter reverse, creating a dimensional, velvety appearance that draws attention from across the landscape. Blooming generously in clusters of up to 9 flowers, the shrub covers itself in vibrant color from late spring through mid fall. Each bloom carries a strong, refreshing lemon fragrance, making this variety as captivating up close as it is from afar. With long stems reaching up to 15 inches, Mauvelous also shines as a cutting rose, perfect for bringing its distinctive hue and scent indoors.
In the garden, Mauvelous forms a vigorous, eye-catching shrub that performs beautifully on its own roots. Its reliable growth and abundant flowering make it an excellent choice for mixed perennial beds, where its rich coloring adds depth and contrast, or for mass plantings that create a dramatic sweep of mauve across the landscape. This floribunda's blooms pair well with companions such as silvery foliage plants, lavender, salvia, or pale pink perennials that highlight its unique tones. Whether showcased as a focal point or woven into a broader planting scheme, Mauvelous offers a rare and memorable color palette that stands apart.
Mauvelous thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, responding well to regular watering during establishment and seasonal feeding to support its continuous flushes of bloom. Its strong performance on its own roots contributes to long-term vigor, making it a dependable choice for gardeners seeking a distinctive, fragrant rose that offers both beauty and resilience. With its unmatched mauve coloring, enticing lemon fragrance, and season-long flowering, Mauvelous floribunda rose brings a truly marvelous presence to any garden.
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| Genus | rosa |
| Species | hybrid |
| Variety | 'JACauvel' |
| Zone | 5 - 9 |
| Bloom Start to End | Late Spring - Mid Fall |
| Habit | Upright |
| Height | 4 ft |
| Width | 3 ft |
| Bloom Size | 4 in |
| Petal Count | 35 |
| Item Form | Bareroot Grafted |
| Additional Characteristics | Bloom First Year, Free Bloomer, Easy Care Plants, Fragrance, Long Bloomers, Repeat Bloomer |
| Bloom Color | Light Pink, Light Purple |
| Bud Shape | Ovoid, Pointed |
| Flower Shape | Double, Ruffled |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green, Glossy |
| Fragrance | Strong, Lemony |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Moisture Requirements | Moist, well-drained |
| Resistance | Disease Resistant |
| Soil Tolerance | Normal, loamy |
| Uses | Beds, Cut Flowers, Landscapes, Border |
| Restrictions | *Due to state restrictions we cannot ship to the following: null |
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