Cutting rose variety. A Dutch rose with sunny yellow petals encased in minty green. Bloom form: Globular Bloom size: 4" Petal count: 100 Vase life: 12 days The Unfading Dutch Masterpiece for Hot Climates Defying rose conventions, the Catalina rose from Dutch hybridizers redefines durability. Its sculptural blooms emerge as golden-hued spheres, gradually revealing concentric layers of caramel and apricot petals that retain perfection for 15 days – 3x longer than standard varieties. While completely fragrance-free, this trait makes it ideal for scent-sensitive spaces like hospitals or offices, where its "everlasting plastic flower" appearance thrives in air-conditioned environments. Gardeners praise the Catalina rose's bulletproof nature. The glossy, disease-resistant foliage remains immaculate even in 100°F heat, supporting continuous summer blooms. Though flowers modestly shrink in peak heat, their tightly whorled centers maintain exhibition-quality form. Perfect for beginners, its self-branching habit creates camera-ready bouquets without complex pruning – simply trim to 2ft for charming patio containers mimicking miniature rose displays. What elevates the Catalina rose is its chromatic intelligence. Each multi-headed stem showcases nature's sunset spectrum: lemon yellow buds transition to apricot mid-blossoms, finishing with caramel-edged mature flowers. This living gradient effect allows single-stem arrangements to mimic professional floral designs. Commercial growers value its 90% usable stem rate, outperforming fragile heritage varieties. Urban gardeners leverage the Catalina rose's compact versatility. The regimented growth (no wild shoots) suits balcony railings, low hedges, or table centerpieces. Unlike fragrant roses attracting bees, its sterile blooms safely adorn outdoor dining areas. For arid regions, its drought tolerance after establishment reduces watering needs by 40% compared to tea hybrids. Growth rate Medium Type​/​Species Garden​​/​​wedding cut rose Origin Holland Current age 2-3 years old Size at maturity 4ft Light Full sun Water Frequently Fragrance subtle Thorns Has thorns Blooming​/​fruiting time Spring to fall Invasiveness No Toxicity​/​Edibility Edible Fertilization Rabbit or composted chicken​​​/​​​horse manure in spring and fall Fertility Self-fertile Companion plants​/​insects Bees, butterflies, ladybugs, lacewings etc

Origin

Holland

Current age*

2-3 years

Current size*

6-24"