Rose Drift Sweet

SKU: 7708

$29.99

Rose Drift Sweet is a compact ground cover rose with soft pink blooms and glossy foliage. Ideal for borders, mass plantings, and low-maintenance gardens with season-long color.

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Sweet Drift® Rose

‘Meiswetdom’ PP 21,612 CPBR 5,390

Rose Drift Sweet is a delightful ground cover rose known for its abundance of soft pink blooms and compact, spreading habit. Flowering continuously from spring through to late autumn, it provides consistent color and charm across garden beds, borders, and pathways. The delicate blooms are complemented by glossy green foliage that remains neat and healthy throughout the growing season, creating a polished and vibrant display.

Bred for performance and resilience, Rose Drift Sweet offers the beauty of traditional roses with minimal maintenance requirements. Its low-growing form makes it ideal for mass plantings, edging, containers, or cascading over low walls. Highly disease-resistant and heat-tolerant, this rose thrives in a variety of climates and garden styles. With reliable flowering and little need for pruning or deadheading, it is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking effortless elegance and long-lasting color.

Care Instructions

Planting:
Plant in full sun for best flowering performance. Space plants to allow for spreading growth and good airflow.

Watering:
Water regularly during establishment. Once established, water deeply but less often, allowing soil to dry slightly between watering.

Pruning:
Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage fresh new growth. Deadheading is optional.

Pest Control:
Generally resistant to common rose pests and diseases. Monitor for aphids or mites and treat promptly if needed.

Soil Tips:
Prefers well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter. Mulch annually to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Plant TypeRoses
Hardiness Zone(s)4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
ExposureFull Sun
Season of InterestMid Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Fall
Plant Height1' - 2' (ft)
Plant Spread2' - 4' (ft)
Spacing2' - 3' (ft)
Water NeedsAverage
Maintenance LevelLow
Soil TypeSand, Loam, Clay, Chalk
Soil PHNeutral, Alkaline, Acidic
Soil DrainageWell-Drained, Moist but Well Drained
Bloom ColorPink
Foliage ColorGreen
CharacteristicsShowy, Plant of Merit
AttractsBees, Butterflies
Garden UsesSmall Gardens, Patio and Containers, Hedges and Screens, Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers

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