This variety rebels against the idea that roses are hard to grow! No spraying, no deadheading, just lots of flowers all season long!Similar to 'Peace' in its coloration, the orange buds of Oso Easy Italian Ice® rose open to soft yellow flowers melting into pink blushed margins. The soft flower color is set off nicely by its dark green, glossy foliage. Flowers are semi-doubled, with 24-30 petals per bloom. This self-cleaning rose has excellent disease-resistance, abundant flowers, and a nice habit, making it an excellent plant for home gardens.
Plant Type |
Roses |
Hardiness Zone |
4-9 |
Exposure |
Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer, Fall |
Height | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in), 2' - 4' (ft) |
Spread | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in), 2' - 4' (ft) |
Spacing |
18 in - 36 in |
Water Needs |
Average |
Maintenance |
Low |
Soil Type |
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil PH |
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage |
Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics |
Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance |
Salt |
Attracts |
Bees, Butterflies, Pollinators |
Garden Uses |
Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers |
Rosa Oso Easy Italian Ice® (Groundcover Rose) | Rose Oso Easy Italian Ice®, Rosa 'CHEWNICEBELL' USPP 26,532, CBR 5131, Oso Easy® Rose, Shrub Roses, Groundcover Roses || This variety rebels against the idea that roses are hard to grow! No spraying, no deadheading, just lots of flowers all season long!Similar to 'Peace' in its coloration, the orange buds of Oso Easy Italian Ice® rose open to soft yellow flowers melting into pink blushed margins. The soft flower color is set off nicely by its dark green, glossy foliage. Flowers are semi-doubled, with 24-30 petals per bloom. This self-cleaning rose has excellent disease-resistance, abundant flowers, and a nice habit, making it an excellent plant for home gardens.
Full Sun,
Summer, Fall,
Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained,
Plant of Merit, Showy,
Salt Tolerant,
Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers