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Shailer's White Moss
Rosa centifolia muscosa alba
100 - 185 cm
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
7 cm
Bloom habit
Cup-shaped flowers opening into flat, double, quartered blooms.
Petal count
Very double
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
arching
Color
cream
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Green
Foliage surface
Heavily mossy buds and stems
Fragrance Notes
Strong fragrance
Color Description
White, light pink shading
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
100 - 185 cm
Spread
90 - 120 cm
Soil
Tolerant of various soils; benefits from organic compost or well-rotted manure to improve texture and nutrients.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Generally hardy, though standard rose disease prevention practices are recommended.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water regularly to keep soil moist but avoid excess water; provide extra water during hot, dry summer conditions.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced, slow-release or granular fertilizer throughout the growing season, typically from spring through mid-summer.
Pruning
Prune in early spring while dormant; remove dead or crossing branches and shape for air circulation; do not remove more than 1/3 of the bush.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose pests like aphids and caterpillars, and diseases such as rust, black spot, and powdery mildew.
🧬 Pedigree
sport of Common Moss