Red Ribbons® Groundcover Rose
Rosa 'KORtemma'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
From | To | S&H |
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$0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
$20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
$50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
$70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
$100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
$130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
$150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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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 |
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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 |
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#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 |
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#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
Red Ribbons® Groundcover Rose highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Summer, Fall

Growing Zones 3-9
A lot of the fun of landscape design and gardening is using plants that have special meaning to you. Does this shrub remind you of your Grandma? Or do you love butterflies? Red Roses are an enduring symbol of true love! But let's face it. A lot of the classic Roses, the Hybrid Teas, need tender loving care to perform up to their amazing potential. Not everyone has that kind of time on their hands!
Introducing the Red Ribbons® (Rosa 'KORtemma') Groundcover Rose is for you. You'll love the reliable bright red double blooms displayed against super glossy green leaves. This is well-known as a consistent selection in all climates throughout the chilliest of USDA growing zones 3 through warm zone 9.
Fantastically resistant and easy to care for, these shrubs only grow about 2 feet in height but spread to an impressive 5-7 feet in width! The ultimate red Rose and the ultimate groundcover Rose! You'll gain carpets of red that act as living mulch for large swaths of beauty!
Planting and Application:
Use Red Ribbons® everywhere in your sunny landscape! It would look magnificent against gray, brown or stone-clad exteriors! Add spreading red blooms to fill wide swaths of ground with greenery. Edge your front walk for a huge boost of curb appeal!
Use this in containers as a spiller and the thriller planting by mixing with a Tree Rose, a fountain of Ornamental Grasses, or with a columnar Evergreen for easy care and wonderful porch or patio features! No matter where you use this spreading Rose, you'll have inquisitive bees and butterflies flocking to the area, and the wide-spreading Groundcover Rose blooms will give them plenty of room to roam!
Perfect for using en masse, plant Red Ribbons® in a row or alternating zigzag every 3-5 feet on center to fill large areas with color! Fight water runoff and soil erosion, and save you from having to mow a steep hillside or slope! A few Red Ribbons® would look fantastic spilling over a retaining wall top with elegant greenery and blooms!
- Lasting Brilliant Red Blooms All Season!
- Low-Growing & Wide-Spreading Green Foliage
- Wonderful Container & Cut Flowers
- Pollinators Galore!
- Edging, Facer Plants, Spillers & En Masse Groundcover!
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Plant Roses in full sun for the most blooms, but these also bloom wonderfully in partial shade. This Groundcover Rose is very low maintenance and disease-resistant! It will tolerate a wide range of soils and climates. Provide moderate and consistent moisture throughout the growing season and regular fertilizer. They are drought-tolerant when established but can also withstand moist soils, as long as the drainage is good.
Deadheading encourages re-blooming. Fertilize with Dr. Earth's Life Organic and Natural All-Purpose Fertilizer in the spring. Wait until early spring to prune back last year's growth down to 12 inches. Remove any broken, crossing, or winter-damaged branches. Learn about winterizing, and un-wintering your Roses in our Garden Blog, plus all the tips and tricks you need when pruning your new prize Rose bush!
- Full Sun
- Moderate Moisture & Regular Fertility
- Any Well-Drained Soil
- Prune Early Spring
- Easy to Care For & Disease-Resistant
Enduring love isn't always picture-perfect. Red Roses that are tough and can handle a little mess are worth their weight in gold. Color that stays true? Roses you can count on? Priceless! Vigorous, beautiful, and oh-so meaningful Groundcover Rose, reserve your own Red Ribbons® Rose to add true love to your garden beds and containers today! Available at NatureHills.com!
Rose Bush FAQs
Where Is The Best Place To Plant Rose Bushes?
Rose Bushes need a protected location with access to full sun and the drying power of the morning sun. They flower best in at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. Choose a location in good, enriched soil that drains well and has good air circulation.
What Is The Best Month to Plant Roses?
You can plant Roses any time if you are able to provide enough consistent moisture and attention. While there is not a specific month that is best, generally because it changes with temperatures, climate and growing zone. However, the easiest times of the year to get Rose bushes established in your landscape are in spring after the last frost date, and in fall about 4-6 weeks before the first frost.
Do Roses Come Back Every Year?
Rose bushes are deciduous woody perennial shrubs and will return bigger and better each year.
How Do I Find Rose Bushes & Trees for Sale Near Me?
Make your life easier and your yard happier by shopping for Roses at NatureHills.com online nursery. You'll find a massive selection of Rose bushes for sale, including many lovely Tree-form varieties!
Choose the right shrub for your area by first finding your growing zone by entering your zip code in the field above the Plant Highlights section on our product pages. Narrow down your options by plant hardiness zone, sun availability, and size requirements.
Place your order, knowing it's backed by the Nature Hills Nursery product guarantee and protected by Plant Sentry™, which helps ensure regulated plant materials aren't sent to prohibited areas.
Expect to receive your plants at the appropriate planting time for your growing zone when temperatures are safest to ship through and into.