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Kensington Gardens Dutch 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
moderate
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Soil
Rich, loamy, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH (6.0 to 7.0).
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–11
Disease Resistance
Modern shrub roses generally exhibit improved resistance to common pests and diseases.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular deep watering is recommended, ideally at the base of the plant to manage humidity.
Fertilizer
Roses are generally considered heavy feeders; use a balanced fertilizer regimen during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring as buds begin to swell. Remove dead, damaged, or diseased wood, thin out weak or crossing stems, and shape as needed.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to aphids, mites, thrips, caterpillars, Japanese beetles, scale, nematodes, rose chafer, black spot, powdery mildew, rust, verticillium wilt, rose mosaic, crown gall rot, and rose rosette disease.