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Jackson & Perkins Rose of the Year 2023
Never Been Redder is the result of a painstaking breeding process that began with tens of thousands of seedlings and spanned more than eight years of rigorous research and selection. Using cutting-edge genetic advancements, this floribunda rose was meticulously developed to deliver three key qualities: prolific blooming, lush and vibrant foliage, and excellent resistance to common rose diseases. The result is a modern rose with classic appeal—one that meets the highest standards for both beauty and performance in the garden. This rose is a testament to the power of intentional breeding and a deep understanding of plant health and aesthetics.
As a floribunda, Never Been Redder excels in producing large quantities of blooms continuously throughout the growing season. Beginning in late spring and persisting until the first hard frost of late fall, it blooms in lush, repeating waves that create consistent color in the garden. The flowers appear in generous clusters of 6 to 8 per stem, opening from nearly black buds into classic, old-fashioned double blooms. The vibrant clear-red petals maintain their rich hue as they unfurl in elegant spirals, making them a stunning visual feature from a distance and up close. Lightly fragrant and long-lasting when cut, these blooms are excellent for floral arrangements—just one snip yields a striking bouquet.
Growing to a medium height with an upright habit, Never Been Redder is as versatile as it is eye-catching. The dense growth and uniform shape make it suitable for a variety of settings. Whether planted en masse in a landscape design, used as a colorful hedge, tucked into mixed borders, or grown in containers on patios or balconies, it adapts beautifully to its surroundings. Like most floribundas, it thrives with regular care and rewards the gardener with ongoing blooms and healthy foliage. With its combination of modern breeding and timeless beauty, Never Been Redder is a superb choice for anyone, including beginners, seeking reliable performance and vivid color in the garden.
With our extensive video library, filled with rose care videos, you will learn how to plant, grow, and maintain your Never Been Redder floribunda rose. And a visit to our Fertilizer & Plant Care page will provide you with everything you need to keep your floribunda rose bush thriving.
NOTE: Tree and patio roses are hardy to Zone 6 regardless of the rose variety grafted to their tops.
| Genus | Rosa |
| Species | hybrida |
| Variety | 'JACgradaomy' - Bedard |
| Zone | 5 - 9 |
| Bloom Start to End | Late Spring - Mid Fall |
| Height | 4 ft |
| Width | 3 ft |
| Bloom Size | 3 in - 4 in |
| Petal Count | 100 |
| Additional Characteristics | Bloom First Year, Free Bloomer, Grafted, Repeat Bloomer, Pruning Recommended |
| Bloom Color | Red |
| Flower Shape | Old-fashioned, Double |
| Foliage Color | Medium Green, Glossy |
| Fragrance | Tea Rose, Slight |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Moisture Requirements | Moist, well-drained |
| Resistance | Disease Resistant |
| Soil Tolerance | Normal, loamy |
| Uses | Beds, Border, Outdoor, Cut Flowers, Landscapes |
| Restrictions | *Due to state restrictions we cannot ship to the following: Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Hawaii |
Bare root roses are the most common form of roses for spring and early season planting, and come in two types: grafted and own root.
Grafted roses, sometimes referred to as budded bare root roses, have roots that belong to a different variety of rose than the shoots. While the shoots will grow into the variety of rose you've selected, the root variety has been specially grown and developed for hardiness, improved resistance to common diseases, and improved resistance to certain weather conditions. The roots on any grafted rose you receive are usually already two years old, so they'll establish in your garden more quickly when planted.
Own root roses are grown from rose shoot cuttings and develop their own root system. Unlike grafted roses, both their roots and shoots come from the same variety of plant.
All Jackson & Perkins bare root roses are maintained in a suspended state of growth in our state-of-the-art wet cooler, so they'll be delivered to you with no foliage or blooms. The wet cooler has a uniform storage temperature set just above freezing and uses a fog system to provide consistent humidity of 100%, ensuring the roses remain fully hydrated and don't exit dormancy before leaving our facility. While you might see some variance in size, even within the same variety of bare root rose, all our roses meet the same rigorous standards of quality.
So, not sure which type of bare root rose you should choose? Don't worry, we've got that covered. We've researched which varieties of bare root roses grow better as grafted or own root, and both types can be planted in the early spring months, so just choose the variety of rose you're most interested in and get planting.
Though you might be surprised or intimidated when you receive a box of bare root roses filled with roots and shoots, rest assured, with the proper care, these little bundles will grow into stunning roses.
container roses are typically available in 2-quart sizes or larger and come with established foliage that may or may not have blooms. While bare root roses should generally be planted in early spring, container roses allow you quite a bit more flexibility in planting time, from spring all the way through fall in many zones. Fall can be a good season to plant container roses because it allows them enough time to establish themselves before cold or freezing temperatures arrive.
Jackson & Perkins is one of the most recognized names in the gardening industry. In fact, for decades rose lovers have considered Jackson & Perkins synonymous with great roses. How has Jackson & Perkins earned this reputation? Simple, for over 100 years we have brought our customers the world's finest selection of roses.
Jackson & Perkins became a leader in the world of roses by producing dozens of award-winning roses. Jackson & Perkins has won more All-America Rose Selection awards than any other US company. In addition to the AARS awards, Jackson & Perkins has won numerous other awards, including the coveted Golden Rose of The Hague and the Royal National Rose Society’s President’s International trophy, among others.
From seed to market a new garden rose can take 8 to 10 years to develop. Every year, thousands of seedlings are grown but only a handful are selected to move into the trial phase. During this time, potential new roses are grown and evaluated in different climatic regions of the country. Our rosarians are looking for rose bushes that have stronger disease resistance, vigorous growth habits, and clean healthy foliage. When it comes to blooms, they are looking for improved flower form, unique colors, and strong fragrance.
Today Jackson & Perkins offers over 200 varieties of roses that includes a broad selection of exclusive roses, historical favorites, and innovative genetics from hybridizers around the world. We have two seasons each year for roses. In the spring, we offer bare root rose bushes, bare root 36” trees, 24” patio trees, and container grown roses. Our fall season is all bush roses, and they are available in 2QT and 1GL containers.
Whether you are new to roses or are an experienced rosarian, our online store has rose varieties for you. Our website is packed with information. You will find each rose fully described and lots of articles and videos that will help answer all your questions. Our call center staff have decades of experience and are just a phone call away.
Jackson & Perkins is here to help you in every way on your rose-growing journey. There is no other plant in the garden that comes in more colors, fragrances, shapes, or forms, or performs as many functions than roses do.
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