Knock Out

June 2000

August 2000

     After reading so much good information about Knock Out we just had to try it. My mom and I have decided to plant it near the fence on the north side of the patio garden. This will be a test of its shade tolerance. The sun doesn't reach that spot till almost noon. Its need for only 3 to 4 hours of sun is one of the reasons we bought Knock Out, so we'll see if it can still bloom reliably there.
      Cherry red, semi-double blossoms cover this maintenance free shrub all season. Foliage is very dark with a hint of burgandy. Roses are born in clusters of 3 to 15 on a cane. Worries about disease and hardiness can be tossed aside with a rose like Knock Out.
     Update: Knockout has performed with outstanding reliability and beauty. There has been no disease on its foliage during a summer of very bad blackspot. Partial shade has not dampened its enthusiasm for blooming. Knockout has been covered with roses since June! This is truly a winner on all counts.

Knock Out

Breeder: William Radler

Parentage: Carefree Beauty x Razzle Dazzle

Introduction: Conard-Pyle, 2000

Class: Shrub

Color: Cherry Red

Scent: Tea

Size: 3 x 3

Zone: Hardy

Charming blossoms peeking through the fence.
July 2000

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