shrub

Miracle on the Hudson Rose

Rosa 'Baimir'

The Story

Plant Bio

Rosa is a large genus of woody perennial flowering plants, known for their beautiful and often fragrant flowers. They range from compact shrubs to large climbers.

'Baimir', sold as Miracle on the Hudson, is a shrub rose known for its exceptional disease resistance and continuous bloom of single, bright red flowers from summer to frost without deadheading.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides a non-stop show of cheerful, single red flowers from early summer until the first hard frost, offering a long season of vibrant color.

Its dense, shrubby habit makes it an excellent choice for a low, informal hedge or a barrier planting. Its disease resistance reduces the need for chemical sprays.

The single flowers are accessible to pollinators like bees, providing a source of pollen throughout the growing season.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

48 inches

Width

48 inches

Light

Full Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Low to Moderate

Humidity

Moderate

Lifespan

Long-lived perennial shrub

Native To

Hybrid

Toxicity

Thorns are a skin irritant

Bloom period

Early summer – Late fall

In flower about 6 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a location with at least six hours of direct sun daily.
Amend soil with compost for rich, well-drained conditions.
Dig a hole as deep and twice as wide as the container.
Plant with the bud union at or just below soil level.
Water thoroughly after planting and mulch to conserve moisture.
Fertilize after the first flush of blooms has passed to encourage rebloom.

Pro Tip

No deadheading is required for continuous bloom, making it exceptionally low-maintenance for a modern rose.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Provide good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.
Water deeply at the base of the plant in the morning.
Mulch annually with compost or shredded bark.
Perform a hard prune in early spring for best shape and bloom.

Don't

Avoid overhead watering, which can encourage disease.
Do not crowd with other plants.
Avoid using strong chemical sprays unless absolutely necessary.
Don't plant in a shady or poorly drained location.

Seasonal Care Calendar

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

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Continuous color in mixed bordersDisease-resistant informal hedgeVibrant and easy-care mass planting

Companion Plants

Nepeta 'Walker's Low'Salvia 'May Night'Lavandula angustifolia Geranium 'Rozanne'Calamagrostis 'Karl Foerster'

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Miracle on the Hudson Rose questions

What zones can Miracle on the Hudson Rose grow in?

Miracle on the Hudson 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 Miracle on the Hudson Rose deer resistant?

Yes — Miracle on the Hudson Rose is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Miracle on the Hudson Rose bloom?

Miracle on the Hudson Rose typically blooms in early summer through late fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Miracle on the Hudson Rose need full sun?

Miracle on the Hudson Rose does best in full sun (6+ hours).

Is Miracle on the Hudson Rose drought tolerant?

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