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Almond Candy Chinese Florist Shrub Rose
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Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
3–11
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
other
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Light yet sweet.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Soil
Prefers well-draining, loamy, or sandy soil rich in organic matter with a pH range of 6.0-6.9.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–11
Disease Resistance
Modern shrub roses tend to be more resistant to pests and diseases.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during establishment; mature plants require approximately 1 inch of water per week, ideally applied at the base.
Fertilizer
Regular fertilization is required; use a balanced slow-release fertilizer monthly during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring before plants break dormancy or when new growth is emerging, after the danger of severe cold has passed.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to aphids, thrips, spider mites, caterpillars, Japanese beetles, scale, nematodes, rose chafer, black spot, powdery mildew, rust, verticillium wilt, rose mosaic, crown gall rot, and rose rosette disease.