Marmelade Skies

Marmelade Skies, a floribunda.  Good Texas Rose and Early Bloomer.

I prefer this to Tropicana because of its prolific blooms and compact and robust dark green leaves, though Tropicana is a Hybrid Tea Rose.  They are good companions both for the garden and for cutting indoor bouquets.  You can read more about growing Tropicana in Texas, which is a solid choice.

In 2001, it was honored with the All-America Rose Selections (AARS) award, a prestigious recognition given to roses that demonstrate superior qualities across various climates in the United States. Additionally, in 2002, it received a Bronze Medal from the Australian National Rose Trials, highlighting its international appeal and adaptability.

The only other rose in the Texas garden that comes close to matching this bloom for bloom is Cinco de Mayo, another floribunda which also has a companion Hybrid Tea, Hot Chocolate.

That is The Generous Gardner in pale white in the background, a climber.

Blooms all season in floribunda cluster of 5 to 8 double blooms blooming all season on each strong stem.

‘Marmalade Skies’ thrives in USDA Zones 5–10, making it well-suited for most regions of Texas. Its compact size, reaching approximately 3 feet in height and width, makes it ideal for borders, containers, or as a standalone specimen.

It’s leaves are leathery and the shrub is hardy but compact as you can see below.  I would characterize the leaves as similar to the yellow Julia Child rose which makes them hardy in hot, hot Texas.

‘Marmalade Skies’ is a compact floribunda rose introduced by Meilland in 2000, valued for its vivid tangerine-orange blooms and continuous flowering habit. It performs well in Texas gardens due to its heat tolerance, compact 3-foot form, and good resistance to black spot and mildew   With its bright color, manageable size, and strong garden performance, ‘Marmalade Skies’ is a strong choice for Texas landscapes.

While ‘Marmalade Skies’ exhibits good resistance to common rose diseases like black spot and powdery mildew, it’s important to note that no rose is entirely immune. Regular monitoring and proper cultural practices are essential to maintain plant health. Regarding Rose Rosette Disease (RRD), a serious viral condition affecting roses, there is no specific data indicating ‘Marmalade Skies’ has resistance.