Coral Miracle On The Hudson™ Rose
Rosa 'RIPfirst'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Coral Miracle On The Hudson™ Rose highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateMedium
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Summer
Growing Zones
Coral Miracle On The Hudson™ Rose
Talk about a showstopper! The Coral Miracle On The Hudson™ Rose (Rosa 'RIPfirst') is a compact, mounded Rose bush with an explosion of bright coral-orange blooms that just keep coming. This fragrant flowering bush is a repeat-blooming Rose with clusters of semi-double flowers from late spring until frost. Not only do the blossoms dazzle the eye, but their gentle scent adds another layer of delight to the garden.
Growing 3-4 feet tall and wide, this tough little Rose brings vibrant color without demanding constant attention! Bred as a modern Shrub Rose, this variety was developed to honor the heroic landing of Flight 1549 on the Hudson River.
Its glossy green foliage is resistant to common Rose diseases, staying lush and healthy even in humid summers. As a Shrub Rose, it traces its lineage back to parent lines selected for toughness, fragrance, and long bloom performance.
Key Features
- Compact Shrub Rose reaching 3-4 feet tall and wide
- Brilliant coral-orange semi-double flowers with light fragrance
- Reblooming - waves of flowers from late spring until frost
- Glossy, disease-resistant foliage
- Bred to honor Flight 1549's "Miracle on the Hudson"
Landscaping Uses
The Coral Miracle On The Hudson™ Rose fits beautifully in any sunny garden spot. Its modest size and repeat-blooming habit make it highly versatile. The upright yet rounded growth habit makes it easy to tuck into flower beds, containers, or Rose borders. The steady reblooming ensures you'll always have fresh waves of coral flowers lighting up the landscape or refreshing your home in vases.
- Accent in mixed perennial or shrub borders
- Bright focal point in Rose gardens
- Containers on patios or porches
- Mass planting for waves of color
- Pollinator-friendly plant for bees and butterflies
Care & Maintenance
This hardy Shrub Rose is a repeat-blooming, deciduous flowering bush with impressive disease resistance. Belonging to the beloved Rose family (Rosaceae), this plant is hardy in USDA zones 5-9. It thrives in a wide range of climates, making it an easy favorite across the country.
- Planting Time - Best planted in spring or fall
- Sun Requirements - Full sun for best flowering (6+ hours)
- Soil Requirements - Well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates clay soil and loam with good drainage
- Moisture Needs - Use the Finger Test - Roses need consistent watering, especially in the first year
- Arborist Mulch - Apply a 3-4 inch layer of bark or wood mulch (learn why here)
- Fertilization Needs - Use Rose fertilizer in spring and again mid-summer; compost is also excellent
- Pruning Info - Prune in early spring before new growth; blooms on new wood; deadheading encourages more flowers
- Renewal pruning - Not typically needed, but older canes can be cut to the base every few years
- Special Perks - Cold hardy, heat tolerant, resistant to black spot and mildew, low maintenance compared to traditional Roses
Don't forget to order your Nature Hills Root Booster for lifelong mycorrhizal symbiotic root support.
A Coral-Colored Miracle For Your Garden!
This Rose isn't just a garden plant! It's a tribute to resilience and beauty. With wave after wave of coral-orange blooms, glossy foliage, and a story worth telling, the Coral Miracle On The Hudson™ Landscaping Shrub Rose is one you'll cherish for years. Order your Coral Miracle On The Hudson™ Rose and start enjoying its nonstop color today from naturehills.com!
