Its A Wonderful Life

It's A Wonderful Life Rose

Top Planting Tips

• Plant in a sunny, sheltered spot with plenty of daylight
• Use a good compost or manure when planting
• Feed your roses to help them bloom
• Give them enough space to grow

Flower Details

Colour: Apricot, peach, and pink blend; tones deepen in cooler weather
Fragrance: Light to medium, pleasant fruity fragrance
Bloom Shape: Fully double, high-centred blooms with soft, romantic ruffling
Blooming Habit: Repeat-flowering from late spring through to the first frost
Size of Blooms: Medium (approximately 8–10 cm across)

Plant Characteristics

Height: ~90–100 cm (3–3.3 ft)
Spread: ~80–95 cm (2.6–3.1 ft)
Growth Habit: Upright, bushy, and well-branched habit
Foliage: Glossy, dark green leaves with strong disease resistance

Growing Conditions

Climate Suitability: Fully hardy in temperate climates, including the UK (RHS H6 rating)
Position: Prefers full sun (minimum 6 hours of sunlight daily)
Soil:

• Moist, fertile, well-drained soil

• Neutral to slightly acidic pH
  Watering:

• Water regularly, especially during dry spells

• Water at the base to avoid wetting foliage

Care & Maintenance

Pruning:

• Prune in early spring (late February to early March)

• Remove dead, damaged, or crossing stems and shape as needed
  Feeding:

• Apply a balanced rose fertiliser in spring

• Use a high-potash feed after the first flowering flush
  Mulching:

• Mulch in spring with well-rotted manure or compost

• Retains moisture and suppresses weeds

Pest & Disease Resistance

• Very good resistance to black spot, mildew, and rust

• Promote airflow and avoid overhead watering

• Monitor during prolonged wet weather; treat early if needed

Garden Use

• Excellent for beds, borders, or large containers

• Suitable for cottage gardens, small spaces, or patio areas

• Pairs well with perennials like lavender, salvia, and nepeta

• Ideal for vibrant, long-lasting cut flower arrangements

If you're thinking of purchasing It's A Wonderful Life Rose then look no further than Thompson's Garden Centre. Order online or visit us at your local branch of Thompson's for more advice.