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Rose growing guide

A long-lived flowering shrub grown for colourful and often fragrant blooms. Growth habit, mature size and flowering pattern vary widely between rose types and cultivars.

21-35 daysGermination
VariesHarvest
75 cmSpacing
0.5 cmSow depth
FullSun
HardyFrost
3 cm/weekWater
6-7pH

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Botanical reference

Compare the whole plant first, then check the leaf, flower and harvest detail to identify what Rose should look like as it grows.

Rose whole plant

Whole plant

Overall shape, height, branching and growth habit.

Rose leaf detail

Leaf detail

Leaf shape, edges, colour and vein pattern.

Rose flower detail

Flower detail

Flower colour, structure and where blooms appear.

Rose harvest / detail

Harvest / detail

Fruit, root, seed, pod or the strongest identifying feature.

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Growing note

Give roses plenty of sun and airflow. Water deeply at soil level, mulch well and remove spent flowers from repeat-flowering types to encourage fresh growth.

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