Simply Color® Grandiflora Rose

Rosa x 'Simply Color'

Nature Hills Nursery

Light-Yellow Blooms with Heavy Petals Deliver Non-Stop Color All Season Long
Thrives in Zones 5-9
Grows 3-4 ft Tall, 2-3 ft Wide
Ideal for Hedge in Cottage Gardens
Pollinator-Friendly Shrub

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for the best performance. While it handles light afternoon shade, full sun ensures the most vibrant purple-pink color and maximum flower production throughout the season.
Soil: Aim for rich, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. If you have heavy clay, mix in some compost to improve drainage, or plant in a slight mound to keep the "feet" of the rose from getting waterlogged.

Watering Requirements

For the first growing season, water deeply two to three times a week to help the roots knit into your local soil. Once established, this rose is quite resilient, but inconsistent moisture can lead to smaller blooms or premature leaf drop. Aim for about an inch of water per week, applying it directly to the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry and healthy.

Pruning Tips

This rose blooms on new wood, so the best time to prune is in early spring just as the buds begin to swell. Cut the canes back by about one third and remove any thin, spindly growth to encourage strong new stems that can support the heavy clusters of flowers. Think of it like a seasonal refresh that directs the plant's energy into producing the biggest, boldest blooms possible.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced rose fertilizer or a slow-release granular formula in early spring and again after the first major flush of flowers. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer, as this encourages soft, tender growth that won't have time to harden off before the first frost. This helps ensure the plant enters dormancy in a strong, hardy state.

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.

Gorgeous color, plain and true! Enjoy a simple light-yellow Rose that features a heavy petal count and lovely ruffled, full cheerful blooms! Simply Color® Grandiflora Rose (Rosa x 'Simply Color') is a stunning addition to an existing Rose garden or a vibrant and colorful addition to mixed borders!

This Grandiflora Rose is backed by a vigorous flush of glossy green foliage and is hardy and disease-free, easy-care, and low maintenance! So you'll not have a care in the world! The perfect gift, this cheerful yellow bloom is free flowering and easy to include in any sized or styled landscape! Yellow always brings feelings of optimism and cheer, so there's no doubt Simply Color® Rose will do the same!

Wonderfully hardy throughout USDA growing zones 5 through 9, this Grandiflora Rose has all the qualities of a decidedly modern Rose bush with the slightly wild-rose look and free-flowering nature of a Shrub Rose! Growing just 3-4 feet in height and spreading to a modest 2-3 feet in width, any landscape can find room to include this ornamental flowering deciduous shrub!

Planting and Application:

Add a boost of cheery color among existing Rose borders, Perennial beds, as a backdrop throughout mixed borders, as a standalone specimen, or fantastic low hedge! Spruce up and anchor foundation plantings with a sunny color. Cottage gardens and Pollinator borders gain sunny flowers, and you will gain fantastic cut flowers for indoor bouquets!

Use as low hedging, screening, and cheerful property division along pathways and sidewalks, so long as you have a buffer of about a foot to keep clothing from getting caught in the thorns.

Sized for larger planters and containers, your porch, patio, or sunny balcony has a spot for these lemony blooms! Stand one by seating areas in a terra cotta pot, or add to a gray high-style container for adding curb appeal on either side of your front entry steps, or even your door! Just provide some wiggle room around your shrub so you and your guests aren't snagged by any thorns.

Clean & Clear Yellow Blooms
Grandiflora Rose With A High Petal Count!
Densely Growing Oval Shrub
Pollinators & Butterflies
Sized to Fit in All Garden Applications, Great in Planters & Containers

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Preferring full sun, those in the warmer zones 5-9 find their Rose appreciates morning sun and afternoon shade in summer’s heat. Doing best in organically rich, well-drained soils, an application of spring Rose fertilizer keeps the flowers coming. Mulch to keep the roots cool, moist, and insulated, flowering best in consistently average soil moisture. There are few diseases, deer, or other issues on this easy-going Rosebush!

Deadhead for fastest rebloom! Always leave canes up all winter and trim back in early spring to about 6-8" just as they start to come out of dormancy. Read all you need about pruning Roses, winterizing your Roses, and un-wintering Roses in our #ProPlantTips Garden Blog.

Full Sun Lover With Good Cold & Heat Tolerance
Moist Enriched Well-Drained Soil
Regular Fertility & Moderate Moisture Needs
Prune Early Spring & Deadhead For New Blooms
Appreciates Regular Fertilizer & Mulched Beds
Easy Care & Low Maintenance - No Issues or Diseases!

Order your own garden optimism and cheer with Simply Color® Rose from Nature Hills today! You or someone special will gain an easy-going Grandiflora that is hands down plain and simple to include anywhere!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you grow purple roses?

Purple roses are available in many varieties, though this Simply Color Grandiflora produces cheerful light-yellow blooms. Rose colors range from deep purples to lavenders in both hybrid teas and shrub types. Look for cultivars like 'Ebb Tide' or 'Purple Eden' for true purple flowers.

What planting zones is the Simply Color® Grandiflora Rose hardy in?

The Simply Color® Grandiflora Rose is hardy in USDA zones 5-9. This versatile shrub thrives in a wide range of climates, from cooler northern regions to warmer southern areas. Shop at Nature Hills for reliable cold-hardy roses that perform consistently across diverse growing conditions.

How tall and wide does this rose grow at maturity?

Simply Color® Grandiflora Rose grows 3-4 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide at maturity. This compact size makes it versatile for borders, containers, or low hedging. Allow at least one foot of clearance around walkways to avoid thorns catching on clothing.

What type of soil does the Simply Color® Grandiflora Rose prefer?

Simply Color® Grandiflora Rose thrives in well-draining, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0-7.0. Like most roses, it prefers consistently moist but not waterlogged conditions. Amend heavy clay or sandy soils with compost before planting to ensure optimal drainage and nutrition.

Is this rose prone to black spot or other common diseases?

Simply Color® Grandiflora Rose is bred to be disease-free and hardy. This modern variety resists common rose diseases like black spot while maintaining vigorous growth in zones 5-9. Shop at Nature Hills for this low-maintenance option that gives you beautiful blooms without the typical disease worries.