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Calypso Shrub Rose

Rosa 'BAIypso'

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

  • Sunlight: Provide at least six hours of direct sunlight daily to ensure strong stems and a heavy bloom cycle. In hotter climates, afternoon shade helps the vibrant pink-orange flowers last longer without fading, though total bloom count may slightly decrease.
  • Soil: These roses prefer rich, well drained soil that crumbles like chocolate cake. If you have heavy clay, mix in organic compost or plant in a raised mound to prevent the roots from sitting in stagnant water.

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, water deeply two to three times a week so the roots can reach deep into the ground. Once established, this rose is quite resilient, but inconsistent moisture will lead to smaller flowers and scorched leaf edges. Aim for the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry and prevent spotting.

Pruning Tips

The Calypso Shrub Rose blooms on new wood, so the best time to prune is in early spring just as the leaf buds begin to swell. Think of it like a seasonal haircut; removing about one third of the height and any dead wood encourages a flush of fresh, vigorous growth. This timing ensures you don't cut off the upcoming season's flower buds.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release rose food in early spring and again in midsummer to fuel the repeat blooming. Avoid high nitrogen fertilizers late in the fall, as this forces soft new growth that will be easily damaged by the first hard frost. Using a formula with a higher middle number will focus the plant's energy on producing those sunset colored petals.

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Description

Nearly Effortless Fun Easy Elegance® Calypso Rose

  • Shrub Rose
  • Long-Lasting Flower Power
  • Roses from Spring through First Frost
  • Double Blooms are a Delectable Blend of Apricot and Pink
  • 25 Petals Per Bloom
  • Butterflies Adore the Nectar
  • Perfect Cut Flowers
  • Stays Tight and Compact
  • Healthy, Glossy Green Foliage
  • Excellent Disease Resistance
  • Low Maintenance
  • Cold Hardy Own Root Rose

Let your toes tap, your fingers snap and your hips sway as you make your way through your garden this season. It's a joy to grow modern Shrub Roses like Easy Elegance® Calypso Shrub Rose (Rosa 'BAIypso'). Flirt with these fully double-blended blooms from late spring through frost.

Each of these incredibly appealing blooms features a unique mix of yummy apricot and strawberry pink hues. They'll make you smile each time you study them!

Catch their syncopated rhythm with the engaging music of the Islands. With color captured from a sunset...Calypso Rose brings a bold, happy presentation that lifts the look of drab foundation plantings, and adds a happy polish for your Balcony Life!

You'll want plenty on hand to create abundant, blowsy-cut flower arrangements. Place them next to a pitcher of Tequila Sunrise as your signature cocktail at your next get-together.

Their smooth, dreamy color more than earns a place of pride in your garden. You'll be thrilled with their soft, yet bright, presentation for many years!

Butterflies will come to dance over your Calypso! There aren't many plants that produce quite so many nectar-rich blooms over such an extended period of time, after all.

They'll perform beautifully in large outdoor containers, too. Decorate your sunny porch or balcony all the way through late spring, summer, and much of fall with one or more Calypso Roses.

And they truly are easy to grow and maintain! The glossy dark green foliage is specifically bred to resist diseases like black spot and powdery mildew without a rigorous schedule of spraying.

Easy Elegance® Roses are grown on their own root, which makes them cold-hardy. Even in a tough Zone 5 winter, it will grow back true to your beloved Calypso Rose!

We'll sell out of this enchanting selection. Please hurry to place your order for Calypso Shrub Rose today...then grab your steel band and "shak shak" maracas for a great time spent outside with family and friends.

How to Use Easy Elegance® Calypso Rose in the Landscape

Everyone can appreciate these lavish blooms that are kissed with both 'joie de vivre' and a hint of sophistication. Go ahead and accept your accolades from neighbors and garden visitors!

Plant them 18 inches apart for a lovely low hedge. They'll add structure and help you reimage your space with their incredible color and showy style.

People across the country are grooming their mature foundation plantings. Trim back overgrown evergreens and pop in a happy row of Calypso Roses on the sunny side.

You can also create a narrow planting bed on the other side of your front walk for a delightful entrance. Just plant them three feet from the edge of your sidewalk to avoid snagging clothing.

Include them along the edge of formal Rose garden beds. They'll also be a wonderfully low-maintenance alternative to annual bedding plants when massed in the center of Boxwood-lined squares and rectangles.

Keep them as "Thrillers" in a series of containers for a lovely display. You'll have your own Cutting Garden, even at rental properties.

Mix Calypso Roses as an accent in Butterfly Gardens, too. Their glowing hues partner so well with a myriad of other colors...spanning the color wheel from cool-toned Bluebeards to spicy Coneflower and Rudbeckia.

And of course, you won't be the only one who would appreciate their charming color and easy-breezy care requirements. Why not gift these beauties for Mother's Day...or simply to show appreciation for a light-hearted loved one.

#ProPlantTips for Care

Provide Shrub Roses with full sun and well-drained soil. Morning sun is best, and they'll need at least six hours of light per day to produce those beautiful blooms.

Give them good air circulation, pulling containers out a little way from the walls. Add Nature Hills Root Booster during planting to create symbiotic support for the tiny feeder roots as they take up micronutrients from the soil.

Provide an even, consistent schedule of water. This is especially important during the flushes of flower production throughout the growing season.

Apply a three-inch layer of mulch, and pull it back away from directly touching the stems. You'll keep your Roses nice and clean...and their root systems cool and moist with mulch.

In late fall, rake and remove all the fallen foliage from underneath your Calypso. The next year in early spring as they start to wake up, trim the stems to eight inches.

Although these darling Roses are compact, they'll make a big impact in your world. Place your order for the Easy Elegance® Calypso Shrub Roses and let them sing you a lively garden song year after year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Calypso Shrub Rose own-root or grafted onto a different rootstock?

  • The Calypso Shrub Rose is grown on its own root system, not grafted onto different rootstock. Easy Elegance® roses are specifically propagated this way for better cold hardiness and resilience. Own-root roses won't produce unwanted suckers from below the graft union, making maintenance simpler.

What are the planting and spacing requirements for Calypso Shrub Rose?

  • Plant Calypso roses 3-4 feet apart in full sun with well-draining soil. This compact shrub stays naturally tight without excessive pruning. Choose a location with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight for best bloom production. Shop at Nature Hills for healthy own-root plants.

Does the Calypso Shrub Rose grow well in zone 4 or colder climates?

  • The Calypso Shrub Rose is cold hardy and well-suited for zone 4 climates. As an own-root rose, it has better cold tolerance than grafted varieties and will reliably bloom from spring through first frost even in colder regions. Plant in full sun with good drainage for best winter survival.

What is the recommended sunlight exposure for Calypso Shrub Rose?

  • Calypso Shrub Rose requires full sun exposure for optimal blooming and disease resistance. Like most roses, it needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily to produce its abundant apricot and pink blooms from spring through frost. Plant in the sunniest spot available in your garden or use large containers on sunny porches and balconies.

How do I care for Calypso Shrub Rose, including pruning and fertilizing?

  • Calypso Shrub Rose requires minimal care thanks to its excellent disease resistance and low-maintenance nature. Prune lightly in late winter to maintain its compact shape, and apply balanced fertilizer in early spring. Water regularly during dry spells and deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering through frost. Shop this easy-care rose at naturehills.com.

Is the Calypso Shrub Rose disease-resistant, and how do I prevent issues?

  • The Calypso Rose has excellent disease resistance, with glossy foliage specifically bred to resist black spot and powdery mildew without regular spraying. This Easy Elegance variety requires minimal maintenance compared to traditional roses. Provide good air circulation and avoid overhead watering to maximize its natural disease resistance.

What type of soil and watering does Calypso Shrub Rose need?

  • Calypso Shrub Rose thrives in well-draining soil and prefers consistent moisture without waterlogging. This low-maintenance variety tolerates average garden conditions well. Water deeply once or twice weekly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings for best root health.

Should I buy Calypso Shrub Rose as bareroot or in a container?

  • Both options work well for Calypso roses since they're grown on their own roots. Container plants give you more planting flexibility and faster establishment. Bareroot offers better value and often stronger root development. Choose based on your planting timeline and budget.

What grade or size should I choose when buying Calypso Shrub Rose?

  • Choose a #1 grade bare root or 1-gallon container for Calypso Shrub Rose to ensure strong establishment. This compact rose stays naturally tight without excessive pruning needs. Larger grades establish faster but aren't necessary since this variety is bred for easy growth and disease resistance.

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