Rosa Knockout Petite®, commonly known as Petite Knockout Rose, is a compact, miniature version of the classic Knockout rose. With bright red, single blooms that flower from spring through fall, this dwarf shrub grows only 18 inches tall and wide, making it ideal for small spaces, containers, and borders. It boasts the same disease resistance and low maintenance as its larger counterparts, with continuous blooming and self-cleaning flowers.

While Petite Knockout Rose is loved for its ornamental beauty and easy care, it is not a native species and provides limited ecological benefits compared to native plants.

Why Choose Rosa Knockout Petite®?

• Compact, miniature form perfect for containers, borders, and small spaces
• Bright red, single blooms from spring through frost
• Disease-resistant, self-cleaning flowers for low-maintenance care

Cultivating Tips

• Plant in full sun with well-drained soil for optimal performance
• Deadhead not necessary, but pruning in early spring encourages bushier growth
• Water regularly until established; drought-tolerant afterward

Design Ideas for Your Garden

• Perfect for patio containers, small garden beds, and edging
• Use in mass plantings for a bold splash of continuous color
• Pair with native perennials and grasses to increase biodiversity and habitat value

Ecological Benefits

• Attracts some pollinators but offers limited habitat or food for native wildlife
• Non-native species with minimal contribution to local ecosystems
• Native alternatives provide stronger ecological support for pollinators and birds

Since Rosa Knockout Petite® is not a native species, here are three native alternatives available at Bumbee’s that provide ecological benefits:

• Weigela Wine & Roses – Weigela: Red tubular flowers attract hummingbirds and pollinators; compact and vibrant
• Clethra alnifolia ‘Hummingbird’ – Hummingbird Summersweet: Fragrant flowers attract pollinators; thrives in small spaces and moist soils
• Liatris spicata – Blazing Star: Tall purple flower spikes provide nectar for pollinators and add vertical accent