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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun for optimal blooming; tolerate partial shade with reduced flower production
Watering
Water deeply when top 5–7 cm of soil is dry; avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal disease
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; protect from extreme heat stress above 32°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Glossy, dark green oval leaflets with serrated margins
- Flower: Double ruffled blooms, peach-pink fading to cream, clustered in sprays
- Stem: Thorny, woody stems with moderate branching
Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply 1–2 times weekly; increase frequency during prolonged drought
Fertilization
Feed with balanced rose fertilizer every 4 weeks. Avoid fertilizing in late autumn to prevent new growth vulnerable to frost
Composted banana peel tea：Soak fully composted banana peels in water for 3 days; dilute 1:20 for root drench to support floweringPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering
- Prune in late winter to remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches
- Thin overcrowded growth to improve air circulation and light penetration
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats; no adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: Symbolizes gratitude and gentle romance
Usage: Cut flower arrangements, garden borders, container gardening
