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Purple Moonlight Chinese Florist Shrub Rose
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Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom habit
Repeated flushes from late spring until the first frost.
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
other
Fragrance
strong
Fragrance Notes
Strong, carrying fragrance.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Modern shrub roses are generally bred for strong disease resistance.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply to moisten the root system (approx. 16-18 inches deep); water more frequently in extreme heat and during dry spells while establishing.
Fertilizer
Feed once or twice a season with a balanced fertilizer.
Pruning
Light pruning in late winter for shape and tidiness; remove oldest canes every few years.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose diseases like black spot, powdery mildew, and rust; watch for aphids, beetles, borers, scale, thrips, leafhoppers, and mites.