Roses 'White Pet' (Rosa 'White Pet')

Roses 'White Pet'

Unlike its parent plant, 'Félicité-Perpétue,' roses 'White Pet' blossoms in waves throughout the summer and fall. It produces small white double pompom-style blooms with a light, sweet fragrance. Winner of the Golden Merit Award, it’s a versatile cultivar used in containers and flower borders.

Scientific classification

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

50 cm

Plant Height

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Roses 'White Pet'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Roses 'White Pet' prefers well-drained, moist soil. Water when the surface is slightly dry, avoiding winter dormancy. In drought, water every 2-3 days, and potted plants may need watering twice daily in high heat. Prevent water-logging to avoid root rot, ensuring excess drains properly.

Fertilize: Roses 'White Pet' thrives in fertile soil, requiring multiple small fertilization sessions during the growing season. Use liquid fertilizer biweekly in spring and summer, and apply slow-release types every two months. For cut flowers, fertilize weekly, trimming weaker buds to boost stronger branches. Mycorrhizal fungi aid nutrient absorption.

Pruning: Roses 'White Pet' thrives with early spring pruning. Trim old wood, dead stems, and shape for aesthetics. Clear the center for air circulation, minimizing disease risk. Prune before new growth begins for enhanced blooms and health, as confirmed by reputable sources.

Propagation: Roses 'White Pet' can be propagated by grafting using multiflora rose rootstock, typically done in late summer to autumn. Techniques include T-budding and inserting scions. Additionally, division and cutting methods are effective, with optimal conditions for humidity and temperature, achieving a 70-80% survival rate for cuttings.

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