Botanical name: Rosa Common name: Rose Description: Roses are woody perennial plants with thorny stems and large, showy flowers in a range of colours, including red, pink, yellow, orange, white, and purple. The flowers have a distinctive fragrance and are often used for ornamental purposes or as cut flowers. Care Instructions: Light: Roses prefer full sun, but they can tolerate some shade. Provide at least 6 hours of sunlight per day for optimal growth and flowering. Water: Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Roses prefer well-draining soil and do not tolerate wet feet. Avoid getting water on the leaves, as this can promote fungal diseases. Fertilising: Roses require frequent fertilising to promote healthy growth and blooming. Apply a balanced fertiliser every 4-6 weeks during the growing season, following the instructions on the fertiliser label for the appropriate application rate. In late summer, stop fertilising to allow the plant to prepare for winter dormancy.
