Marilyn Monroe™ Potted Rose Bush
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About Marilyn Monroe™ Potted Rose Bush
Rosa ‘WEKsunspat’ Marilyn Monroe™
Bred by American rose master Tom Carruth and introduced by Weeks® Roses (USA) in 2003, Marilyn Monroe™ is a glamorous Hybrid Tea rose named after the Hollywood icon. Its large, creamy-apricot blooms exude elegance with a soft, velvety texture and a subtle citrus-tea fragrance. This rose holds up beautifully in heat, making it as resilient as it is refined.
💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Hybrid Tea
🧬 Breeder: Tom Carruth (USA, 2002)
🏢 Introduced By: Weeks® Roses (USA, 2003)
🎨 Color: Creamy apricot blend, often with a soft green tint on new blooms
🌸 Petal Count: 26–40 petals
💠 Bloom Form: High-centered, formal spiral
📏 Bloom Size: Large (~4–5″)
🔁 Flowering: Continuous flushes from spring through fall
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent — strong stems and long-lasting blooms
🧴 Fragrance: Mild citrus-tea scent
🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Upright and bushy
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–10
📐 Spacing: ~3–4′
↕️ Height: ~4–6′
↔️ Width: ~2–4′
🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Very good — reliable performance with minimal issues
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Excellent heat tolerance; maintains bloom quality in warm zones
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Mountain West • Midwest • Northeast • Mid‑Atlantic • Pacific Northwest
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