Knockout roses, introduced in 1999, are known for their exceptional resistance to disease and ability to withstand a wide variety of conditions. As such, they require little attention from the gardener in order to produce satisfactory results.

The Knockout rose is a shrub that will grow just about anywhere and shows exemplary hardiness. Proper Knockout roses care requires planting in soil with a neutral pH balance (6.6-7.5), use of a soaker hose, and exposing them to full sun, although they are also quite shade tolerant and can flourish with as little as four hours of sun per day. They should be pruned early to promote new growth.

The flowers bloom in late spring to early summer, and shrubs grow to about four feet high and three feet wide. It can also be trained as a tree form. Knockout roses are resistant to black spot, mildew, and rust. In cooler weather, you can expect fire-engine red flowers, while the summer months bring a cherry red. Foliage is a dark, purplish green that turns to burgundy in the fall. Knockout roses do well in dry or humid environments, and are drought resistant.

Because roses in general are weak and quite disease prone, the Knockout rose is a perfect choice for anybody having difficulty maintaining a healthy rose garden, or has been wishing for a virtually carefree rose bush.

Thanks to their resiliency and ability to grow with little tending, you can expect to find the Knockout rose appearing in many gardens across the country.

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