Petal Pals
other · Year unknown
Ci Xuan Chinese Florist Shrub Rose
1 to 2 meters (approx. 3-6 feet)
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom habit
Loose, semi-double flowers
Petal count
Five petals in wild species
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
other
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green with red-tinted foliage
Foliage surface
Glossy and shiny
Fragrance Notes
Light yet sweet
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
1 to 2 meters (approx. 3-6 feet)
Spread
Up to 6 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining, loamy or sandy soil with a pH of 6.0-6.9.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Generally healthy plants
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Deep soak 1-2 inches per week; adjust frequency based on season (e.g., every 3-7 days during active growth).
Fertilizer
Balanced slow-release fertilizer applied monthly during the growing season or all-purpose fertilizer before and throughout the blooming cycle.
Pruning
Late winter or early spring, typically when forsythia blooms.