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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun for optimal bloom production; tolerates partial shade but reduces flowering frequency
Watering
Water deeply at the base to avoid wetting foliage, which prevents fungal disease development
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; protect young plants from extreme late frost damage
Characteristics
- Leaf: Glossy dark green compound leaves with serrated oval leaflets
- Flower: Large fully double ruffled blooms in soft pink; mild sweet fragrance
- Stem: Upright thorny stems with green to reddish-brown bark
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist; water deeply 2–3 times weekly
Fertilization
Feed with balanced rose fertilizer every 4 weeks. Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent excessive foliage growth at the expense of blooms
Banana peel compost tea：Use fully composted banana peels; dilute 1:20 with water for root drench; avoid raw peels to prevent pest infestationsPruning
- Prune dead, diseased, or crossing branches in late winter/early spring
- Deadhead spent blooms promptly to encourage continuous flowering
- Thin crowded stems to improve airflow and reduce fungal disease risk
- Cut back 1/3 of the shrub annually to maintain upright, compact form
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA confirmed non-toxic; no adverse effects from ingestion of leaves, flowers, or stems
Humans: No known toxicity to humans; petals are safe for culinary use in small quantities
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: Symbolizes gentle love, gratitude, and soft affection
Usage: Cut flower arrangements, garden borders, container planting
