Weeks Roses Marilyn Monroe
Best heat-tolerant rose for gardeners who love cutting fresh, exhibition-quality blooms.
This is the gold standard for anyone who wants high-maintenance beauty without the actual struggle. It delivers massive, exhibition-grade apricot blooms that refuse to fade in the summer heat. You trade a bit of wild, sprawling charm for a disciplined, upright habit that is practically built for the vase.
$39.99
at
Cornell Farm
Who it's for
- Floral arrangers seeking exhibition-quality stems for bouquets
- Gardeners who appreciate a subtle, sweet tea fragrance
- Landscapers wanting a sophisticated, creamy apricot focal point
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners in humid, disease-prone climates
- Cold-climate growers avoiding high-effort winter protection
- Gardeners in regions with intense, scorching summer sun
Performance breakdown
Heat Tolerance
Maintains vibrant apricot color even during the most intense summer heat.
Exhibition Quality
Classical, shapely form makes this a standout choice for competitive rose shows.
Vase Life
Medium-long stems and sturdy petals ensure long-lasting beauty in floral arrangements.
Disease Resistance
Robust health profile keeps foliage deep green and resilient against common issues.
Bloom Impact
Large, five-inch flowers create a dramatic visual statement in any garden.
Growth Habit
Upright and bushy structure provides a tidy, manageable silhouette for landscaping.
Key Specs
Class
Hybrid Tea
Cultivar
cv. WEKsunspat
Patent
Pat.#14,398
Plant Habit
Medium
Growth Habit
Upright to somewhat rounded, bushy
Plant Width
35 to 43 inches
Stem Length
Medium-long
Foliage Color
Rich deep green
Disease Resistance
Very good
Flower Size
Up to 5 inch diameter
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