Janice Kellogg is a small to medium-sized shrub rose from France, introduced by Meilland International in 2005.
It is around 90-120 cm. The plant has an upright and compact growth habit with many side branches, making it well-suited for home cultivation. It can be grown in the ground in a garden or in pots on a balcony, with pot diameters larger than 15 cm.
The flowers of Janice kellogg is characterized by large and full blooms with a diameter of up to 14 cm. The petals are layered, thick, and velvety, with a vibrant red color.
Its fragrance is moderately strong, not overpowering but noticeable when you get close. The scent is typical of old roses, fresh and pleasant, making it suitable for cut flowers.
The fragrance is mild enough to place in the bedroom without being overwhelming, and individual blooms can last over a week, with flowers opened in the cooler early spring and autumn lasting up to two weeks.
Janice Kellogg is not a lazy bloomer; it has the typical repeat blooming characteristic of most shrub roses. With proper care, it can bloom continuously from spring to late autumn, with a quick rebloom cycle, often just a month between flower cycles. The flower production is abundant, ensuring that there is a bloom on every branch if nutrients are sufficient. The flower quantity peaks during spring and autumn.
Compared to most roses, Janice Kellogg has a significant advantage: it is particularly heat and sun-resistant and can produce standard blooms without needing vernalization.
