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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Requires at least 6 hours of direct daily sunlight for optimal blooming; tolerates partial shade in extreme heat
Watering
Water deeply when the top 5–7 cm of soil is dry; avoid overhead watering to reduce fungal disease risk
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; protect from temperatures above 32°C to prevent petal scorch
Characteristics
- Leaf: Glossy, ovate dark green compound leaves with finely serrated margins
- Flower: Large, fully double white high-centered blooms with mild sweet fragrance
- Stem: Thorny woody stems with green to light brown bark
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; water early in the day
Fertilization
Feed every 2 weeks with balanced rose fertilizer. Stop fertilizing 6 weeks before first frost to harden off new growth
Banana peel compost tea：Compost banana peels for 4–6 weeks, steep in water for 24 hours, dilute 1:20 for root drench; avoid raw peels to prevent pest infestationsPruning
- Prune dead, diseased, or crossing branches in late winter to encourage vigorous new growth
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to promote continuous flowering throughout the growing season
- Thin overcrowded stems to improve air circulation and reduce fungal disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic; no adverse effects from ingestion of leaves, petals, or stems
Humans: No known toxic effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: White blooms symbolize purity, innocence, and remembrance in Western floral traditions
Usage: Ornamental garden shrub, cut flower arrangements for formal events
