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 average
Humidity
Tolerates high humidity
Lifespan
15+ years
Native To
Cultivated hybrid
Toxicity
Non-toxic, but thorns can cause injury
The Story
Plant Bio
A tough, high-performance landscape shrub rose from the Oso Easy series, bred for continuous blooming and exceptional disease resistance. It has a dense, mounded habit with glossy, dark green foliage. Urban Legend stands out for its prolific, non-fading, fire-engine red, semi-double flowers with bright yellow stamens. It is self-cleaning, meaning no deadheading is required for continuous blooms.
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Where to Buy
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Planting
How to Grow
- Find a location that gets full sun all day.
- Plant in any average, well-drained soil; it's not picky.
- Dig a hole as deep and twice as wide as the pot.
- Place the plant in the hole, ensuring it's at the same soil level.
- Backfill with soil, press firmly, and water well.
- Mulch around the base to help retain water.
Pro Tip
Plant it and forget it. This rose thrives on neglect once established, making it perfect for low-maintenance landscapes.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Provide full sun for the best flower show.
- Water during prolonged dry spells, especially the first year.
- Give it space to grow to its mature size.
- Prune in early spring to remove any winter damage.
Don't
- Don't deadhead; the flowers are self-cleaning.
- Avoid planting in shady or waterlogged locations.
- Don't over-fertilize; one spring application is usually sufficient.
- Refrain from chemical sprays; its disease resistance is excellent.
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
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Urban Legend Rose questions
What zones can Urban Legend Rose grow in?
Urban Legend 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 Urban Legend Rose deer resistant?
Yes — Urban Legend Rose is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
When does Urban Legend Rose bloom?
Urban Legend 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 Urban Legend Rose need full sun?
Urban Legend Rose does best in full sun (6+ hours).
Is Urban Legend Rose drought tolerant?
Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Urban Legend Rose handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.
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