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Cabaret Pink

Rosa 'Cabaret Pink'

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Cabaret Pink is a floribunda rose variety known for its large, vibrant pink blooms with a ruffled petal structure. This modern rose produces abundant clusters of flowers throughout the growing season and is prized for both garden displays and cut flower arrangements. It combines disease resistance with continuous flowering, making it a reliable choice for gardeners of various skill levels.

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Example Cabaret Pink timeline · Pittsburgh, PA (Zone 6b)

  1. Plant Cabaret Pink

    Around Apr 17

    Near Pittsburgh's average last spring frost.

  2. Tend & protect

    Late spring–summer

    Watering, feeding, and pest-watch reminders.

  3. First Cabaret Pink blooms

    Mid-to-late summer

    Before the first fall frost (≈ Nov 8)

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Growing Conditions

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Sun: Full sun, 6-8 hours daily minimum; 8+ hours preferred for best blooming
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Water: Water deeply and consistently, providing 1-1.5 inches per week. Water at soil level in morning to keep foliage dry and reduce disease. Maintain even moisture without waterlogging.
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Spacing: 24 inches
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Days to maturity: Blooms appear within 8-12 weeks of planting; reaches mature size in 12-18 months
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Planting depth: Graft union (where rose is grafted to rootstock) should be 1-2 inches below soil surface in cold zones (5-6), or at/slightly above ground in warmer zones (7-9)

Soil

Type: Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter
pH: 6.0-6.5
Amendments:
Compost or aged manure Peat moss or coconut coir Perlite or coarse sand for drainage Rose-specific fertilizer or bone meal

Growing Zones

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Zones 5-9; performs exceptionally well in zones 6-8

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Growth Stages

1

Establishment

3-4 weeks

New bare-root or container rose with limited foliage; root system is developing

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Protect from extreme weather. Remove any flowers that emerge the first few weeks to encourage root development.

2

Vegetative Growth

4-8 weeks

Strong cane development with healthy green foliage; plant reaches its desired height and width

Apply balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks. Prune lightly to shape plant and remove weak growth. Monitor for pests and diseases.

3

Flowering (Primary)

6-12 weeks (spring/early summer flush)

Large clusters of vibrant pink, ruffled blooms appear throughout the plant

Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming. Feed with rose-specific fertilizer rich in phosphorus every 3-4 weeks. Maintain consistent watering.

4

Flowering (Summer/Fall)

8-12 weeks

Continued bloom production at a moderate pace with healthy foliage support

Continue regular deadheading and fertilizing. Water deeply during hot periods. Monitor for late-season pests.

5

Dormancy/Winter Preparation

8-16 weeks depending on zone

Growth slows as temperatures cool; foliage may change color before dropping

Reduce fertilizing in fall. Stop deadheading 6 weeks before first frost to allow hips to form. Apply mulch after ground freezes in cold zones. In mild zones, light pruning maintains shape.

Companion Planting

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Plant with:

Lavender Catmint Salvia Geranium Alchemilla Boxwood Alliums Delphinium

Avoid planting near:

Walnut trees (juglone toxicity) Fennel Plants requiring different watering frequencies than roses

Common Pests

  • Spray with strong water stream; use insecticidal soap or neem oil; introduce ladybugs; apply horticultural oil in early season

  • Increase humidity through morning misting; spray with neem oil or miticide; remove heavily infested leaves

  • Hand-pick beetles early morning; use pheromone traps; apply pyrethrin-based insecticides; neem oil spray

  • No cure; remove infected plant immediately and dispose of in trash (not compost); control vector (eriophyid mites) with sulfur or neem oil

  • Improve air circulation through pruning; water at soil level only; remove affected leaves; apply sulfur or copper-based fungicide; mulch to prevent spore splash

  • Increase air circulation; reduce overhead watering; apply sulfur dust or baking soda spray; use fungicides formulated for roses

Uses

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Edible Flowers & Rose Water

Culinary

Petals can be used as an edible garnish for desserts and salads (ensure no pesticides used). Rose petals and hips are traditionally used to make rose water, rose vinegar, and herbal teas with potential anti-inflammatory properties. [source]

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Cut Flowers & Arrangements

Craft

Cabaret Pink's large ruffled blooms and vigorous flowering habit make it an excellent choice for floral arrangements, bouquets, and wedding designs. The long stems are ideal for cutting and the blooms have good vase life. [source]

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Garden Ornament & Landscaping

Household

This floribunda rose serves as an outstanding garden focal point with continuous color from spring through fall. It is ideal for rose gardens, mixed borders, hedging, and formal landscape designs. [source]

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Traditional Herbal Remedy

Medicinal

Rose petals and hips contain vitamin C, antioxidants, and compounds traditionally used in herbal medicine for immune support and skin health. Rose tea has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. [source]

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Pollinator Support

Wildlife

Roses provide pollen and nectar sources for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. The dense flower clusters attract pollinators throughout the blooming season. [source]

This is not medical advice. LizPlants is not a medical resource. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using plants medicinally.

Harvest Tips

Cut roses in early morning after dew dries; cut at a 45-degree angle just above an outward-facing 5-leaflet leaf. Remove lower leaves below the waterline. Place immediately in cool water with cut flower preservative. Change water every 2-3 days. Cut stems will last 7-10 days indoors. For garden display, deadhead spent blooms by cutting just above the first strong outward-facing 5-leaflet leaf to encourage more flowering.

Fun Facts

  • 🌱 Cabaret Pink is a relatively modern floribunda rose registered in 1998 and has won multiple international rose awards for its disease resistance and continuous flowering habit.
  • 🌱 The floribunda classification (which Cabaret Pink belongs to) was created in the 1930s through crossing hybrid tea roses with polyantha roses, resulting in roses with the large blooms of hybrid teas but the prolific flowering of polyanthas.
  • 🌱 Roses are one of the oldest ornamental plants, with evidence of rose cultivation dating back over 5,000 years to ancient Persia and China, and they remain the world's most beloved garden and cut flower.

Gardening Terms

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Deadhead Full Sun Mulch pH
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