Arctic Blue™ Bare Root Rose Bush

Rosa ‘WEKblufytirar’ PP 30,951 Arctic Blue™

Arctic Blue™ is a captivating Floribunda bred by Christian Bédard and introduced in the U.S. by Weeks® Roses in 2017. It offers stunning lilac-pink blooms that transition to a soft lavender-blue with a creamy white reverse—creating a cool, elegant effect. These fully double flowers open in clusters and have a moderate fruity-citrus scent. With continuous bloom cycles and strong performance in heat, Arctic Blue™ is a showpiece in any border, bed, or cutting garden.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Floribunda
🧬 Breeder: Christian Bédard (USA)
🏢 Introduced By: Weeks® Roses (USA, 2017)
🎨 Color: Lilac-pink fading to lavender-blue with creamy reverse
🌸 Petal Count: ~35–40 petals
💠 Bloom Form: Fully double, clustered blooms
📏 Bloom Size: Medium (~3–4″)
🔁 Flowering: Repeats from late spring through fall
🧴 Fragrance: Moderate, fruity-citrus
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent — long-lasting in arrangements
🏆 Awards: U.S. Plant Patent PP 30,951; ARTS® Local Artist 2025

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Upright, bushy form
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 6

–9
📐 Spacing: ~3–4′
↕️ Height:  3'
↔️ Width: ~ 2-3′

🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Very good — strong, glossy foliage
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Maintains color and shape in heat and dry conditions
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Intermountain West • Southwest • Deep South • Southeast • Mid‑Atlantic • Midwest • Northeast • Pacific Northwest