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David Zlesak
University of Wisconsin, USA

OSO HAPPY® Smoothie

Rose

Rosa

'ZLECharlie'

PP#23,456

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  • Thornless
  • Disease resistant
  • Continuous blooms
Description

Single, hot pink flowers from early summer to frost are nice, but the real hallmark of Oso Happy® Smoothie rose is its thornless stems. Bred by David Zlesak of Minnesota for exceptional hardiness, disease resistance, and beauty.

USDA Zone
4 - 9 (-30°F/-34°C)
Exposure
Full sun
Height
3 - 4'
Width
3 - 4'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Summer
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Color
Green

Soil

Moist, well drained, slightly acidic soils are best; that said, roses are known to be quite adaptable to soils except for very wet areas.

Pruning

Prune in spring, cutting back to just above large buds.

Uses

Mass plantings; hedges; mixed borders; foundation plantings; cottage gardens.

Growing Tips

Plant in full sun with good air circulation for best performance. Does not require deadheading to bloom continuously.

Features: Attracts pollinators, Disease resistant, Reblooming

Filters: Botanical genus: Rosa, Common name: Rose, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, USDA Zone 9, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Summer, Pink flowers, Green foliage

Features: Attracts pollinators, Disease resistant, Reblooming

Filters: Botanical genus: Rosa, Common name: Rose, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, USDA Zone 9, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Summer, Pink flowers, Green foliage