shrub

Radcon Pink Knock Out Rose

Rosa 'Radcon'

The Story

Plant Bio

A member of the revolutionary Knock Out family of roses, this shrub is prized for its exceptional disease resistance and continuous bloom cycle. It forms a bushy, rounded shrub with medium-green, semi-glossy foliage.

'Radcon' produces abundant clusters of single, bubblegum-pink flowers from spring until the first hard frost. It is self-cleaning and requires no deadheading, making it one of the lowest-maintenance roses available.

Uses & Benefits:

The Pink Knock Out Rose provides a massive and continuous splash of cheerful pink color to the landscape for months on end. Its bushy form and clean foliage create a neat and tidy appearance, making it a reliable source of beauty with minimal effort.

This rose is a game-changer for gardeners who want the beauty of roses without the typical high maintenance. Its resistance to common rose diseases like black spot and powdery mildew means no spraying is required. It's perfect for creating low hedges, mass plantings, or filling containers.

The single-petal flowers are easily accessible to pollinators, making them a favorite of bees. They provide a steady source of pollen throughout their long blooming season, supporting local pollinator populations.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

42 inches

Width

42 inches

Light

Full Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Tolerates high humidity

Lifespan

10-20 years

Native To

Garden origin

Toxicity

Non-toxic, but thorns can cause injury

Bloom period

Late spring – Mid-fall

In flower about 6 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a location that receives at least 6 hours of full sun.
Amend heavy clay or sandy soil with compost.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the pot and just as deep.
Gently remove the rose and loosen any circling roots.
Set the plant in the hole with the bud union at or just above soil level.
Backfill, water deeply, and apply a layer of mulch.

Pro Tip

For best performance, give this rose at least six hours of direct sun and good air circulation to maintain its legendary disease resistance.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water at the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry.
Prune back once a year in late winter to encourage vigorous new growth.
Provide good air circulation by spacing plants properly.
Fertilize periodically through the growing season for maximum blooms.

Don't

Do not plant in a shady or poorly drained location.
Avoid overhead watering, which can encourage fungal diseases.
Do not worry about deadheading; it is self-cleaning.
Don't be afraid to prune it back hard; it's very forgiving.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Mulch
Pest Check
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Effortless color for mass plantingsLow-maintenance flowering hedgeVibrant accent in mixed borders

Companion Plants

Nepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low'Salvia nemorosa 'May Night'Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote'Perovskia atriplicifolia Geranium 'Rozanne'

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Radcon Pink Knock Out Rose questions

What zones can Radcon Pink Knock Out Rose grow in?

Radcon Pink Knock Out Rose is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Radcon Pink Knock Out Rose deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Radcon Pink Knock Out Rose, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Radcon Pink Knock Out Rose bloom?

Radcon Pink Knock Out Rose typically blooms in late spring through mid-fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Radcon Pink Knock Out Rose need full sun?

Radcon Pink Knock Out Rose does best in full sun (6+ hours).

Is Radcon Pink Knock Out Rose drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Radcon Pink Knock Out Rose handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.