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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun for abundant continuous blooms; tolerates light partial shade in hot climates
Watering
Water deeply when the top 5cm of soil is dry; avoid wetting foliage to prevent fungal diseases
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; protect young plants from extreme late frost in spring
Characteristics
- Leaf: Ovate, serrated, dark green compound leaves with 5–7 leaflets
- Flower: Clustered single or double blooms in shades of red, pink, yellow, or white
- Stem: Thorny green stems that mature to brown woody growth
Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply 1–2 times weekly; apply mulch to retain soil moisture
Fertilization
Apply balanced granular fertilizer every 2 weeks. Stop fertilizing 6 weeks before first frost to prepare plants for dormancy
Banana peel compost tea：Compost banana peels for 2 weeks, steep in water for 24 hours, dilute 1:20 with water for root drenching to avoid nutrient burnPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering
- Prune dead, damaged, or diseased branches in late winter before new growth emerges
- Thin overcrowded stems to improve airflow and reduce fungal disease risk
- Shape shrubs in early spring to maintain a compact, rounded form
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic; no adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Humans: No toxic compounds; petals are edible in small quantities
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: Symbolizes love, gratitude, and beauty; widely used in cut flower arrangements
Usage: Ornamental garden plant, cut flowers, and edible petal garnishes
