Flavorette® Honey-Apricot Rose

Rosa 'Flavorette Honey-Apricot'

Proven Winners®

Hardy in zones 4-8, this compact 3-4 ft mounding shrub thrives in full sun with average, well-drained soil and moderate water
Petals are fully edible with a light, sweet fruity flavor -- beautiful in salads, desserts, and culinary creations straight from the garden
Reblooms continuously from early summer through fall without requiring deadheading, and is naturally disease resistant for low-maintenance care
Fragrant apricot blooms attract pollinators all season and work equally well as a specimen, in mixed borders, containers, or planted as a flowering hedge

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Provide at least six hours of direct sun daily. Plants in partial shade will produce fewer blooms and become more susceptible to disease due to reduced airflow and slower drying of foliage.

Soil: Flavorette® Honey-Apricot Rose performs best in average, moist, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH between 6.0 and 6.5. Amend heavy clay with compost and coarse grit to open up drainage, or mound the planting area slightly to prevent water from pooling around the crown. Sandy soils benefit from a layer of compost worked in at planting to help retain moisture.

Watering Requirements

Water deeply two to three times per week during the first growing season, soaking the root zone thoroughly each time rather than watering lightly and often. Once established, weekly deep watering during dry spells is typically sufficient. Roses prefer consistent moisture but will suffer in soggy conditions, so always allow the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings and avoid wetting the foliage to reduce disease pressure.

Pruning Tips

In late winter or early spring, just as new buds begin to swell on the stems, cut the entire plant back by one-third to one-half its total height. Make each cut just above a healthy outward-facing bud to encourage an open, well-aired form. Deadheading is not required for continuous rebloom, but removing spent flowers can keep the plant looking tidy and may encourage a slightly heavier flush of new blooms. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches as you see them throughout the season.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a granular slow-release rose fertilizer in early spring at the time of pruning, following the package directions for a shrub of this size. Follow up four to six weeks after the first bloom flush with a liquid rose fertilizer to support continued rebloom through summer and fall. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, which push lush leafy growth at the expense of flowers and can make the plant more attractive to aphids. Stop fertilizing by late summer so the plant can begin hardening off for winter.

Delivery and Shipping

Preorder Shipping Schedule

We ship your plants when it's safe to transport them to your zone. Dates are estimated and subject to weather delays.

Zone 3-4	Week of March 30th
Zone 5	Week of March 16th
Zone 6-12	Week of March 2nd

Shipping Rates

Ships in 7-10 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected

Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
$199+	FREE

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

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A Rose You Can Actually Eat

Flavorette® Honey-Apricot Rose (Rosa x 'Boznatafra') does something most ornamental roses cannot: it earns a spot in your garden and on your plate. Bred by Proven Winners® specifically for both landscape performance and culinary use, this compact shrub rose produces bowl-shaped, petal-packed blooms in warm peachy apricot tones that carry a light, sweet fragrance and a genuinely pleasant fruity flavor. Toss the petals into a summer salad, press them onto a cake, or float them in a glass of sparkling water -- or simply grow it as the showiest shrub on the block. Either way, it delivers.

Continuous Color from Early Summer to Fall

One of the most compelling things about Flavorette® Honey-Apricot is how long it blooms. Rather than producing one dramatic early-season flush and fading into the background, this rose cycles through bud, bloom, and repeat continuously from early summer well into fall. The flowers open in that classic full rosette form, layered with silky petals in shades that shift from peachy apricot to warm golden tones depending on light and temperature. Glossy, bright green foliage provides a clean backdrop that keeps the plant looking fresh even between bloom cycles.

A Well-Behaved Shrub for Any Size Garden

The mounding, upright habit stays tidy at 3 to 4 feet tall and wide, making Flavorette® Honey-Apricot easy to place without much fuss. It works well as a standalone specimen in a sunny border, grouped in threes for a mass planting with real impact, or grown in a large container on a sunny patio or deck. Because it is naturally disease resistant, you can skip the spray schedule that traditional hybrid tea roses often demand -- a significant benefit if you are growing petals you intend to eat.

Hardy, Reliable, and Beginner-Friendly

Cold hardiness to zone 4 puts this rose within reach of gardeners across most of the country, and its adaptability to average soils means you do not need a specially prepared rose bed to get good results. Plant it in full sun, give it consistent moisture through the first season, and prune it back in early spring. That is genuinely most of what it asks of you. Whether you are growing roses for the first time or adding a versatile edible ornamental to an established garden, Flavorette® Honey-Apricot brings something fresh to the conversation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What USDA hardiness zones can Flavorette® Honey-Apricot Rose grow in?

Flavorette® Honey-Apricot Rose is cold hardy to USDA zone 4. This hardiness range makes it suitable for most of the United States, from northern regions down to warmer southern zones. Plant it in full sun with average, well-draining soil for best results.

When does Flavorette® Honey-Apricot Rose typically bloom and for how long?

Flavorette® Honey-Apricot Rose blooms continuously from early summer through fall, cycling through repeat flushes rather than producing just one seasonal show. The peachy apricot flowers shift to warm golden tones depending on light and temperature. Shop at Nature Hills for this long-blooming edible rose.

Can Flavorette® Honey-Apricot Rose be grown in containers or does it need to be planted in the ground?

Flavorette® Honey-Apricot Rose thrives in large containers on sunny patios and decks. Its compact 3-4 foot size and well-behaved growth habit make it ideal for container growing. Choose a substantial pot and provide full sun for best blooming performance through fall.