Sunbelt® South Africa® Potted Rose Bush
Golden-apricot blooms built for the heat
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About Sunbelt® South Africa® Floribunda Rose
Rosa ‘KORberbeni’ Sunbelt® South Africa®
Sunbelt® South Africa® is a radiant Floribunda bred by Kordes® and introduced in the U.S. by Star® Roses & Plants. It produces rich golden-apricot blooms in generous clusters that hold their color beautifully, even in strong heat and sun. The flowers are moderately fragrant, fully double, and bloom continuously throughout the season. With an upright habit, excellent health, and versatility, it’s perfect for sunny borders, hedges, and cutting gardens.
💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Floribunda
🧬 Breeder: Kordes® (Germany, 2001)
🏢 Introduced By: Star® Roses & Plants (USA, ~2005)
🎨 Color: Golden-apricot
🌸 Petal Count: ~17–25 petals
💠 Bloom Form: Cupped, fully double in clusters
📏 Bloom Size: ~4–5″
🔁 Flowering: Repeat bloomer from late spring to fall
🧴 Fragrance: Moderate, light fragrance
🏺 Vase Life: Very good — sturdy and long-lasting
🏆 Awards: Gold Standard Award (2009) • Glasgow Gold Medal (2006)
🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Upright, bushy shrub
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–10
📐 Spacing: ~3–4′
↕️ Height: ~4′
↔️ Width: ~2–3′
🛡️ Health & Suitability
🌱 Root Stock: Own Root
💪 Disease Resistance: Strong — excellent resistance in heat and humidity
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Outstanding color retention and vigor in hot or dry conditions
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Intermountain West • Southwest • Southeast • Mid‑Atlantic • Midwest • Northeast • Pacific Northwest
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