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Lovett Japanese Florist Shrub Rose
1 to 20 feet (varies by specific cultivar)
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
Height
1 to 20 feet (varies by specific cultivar)
Spread
1 to 15 feet (varies by specific cultivar)
Soil
Rich, loamy, well-drained, slightly acidic (pH 6.0–6.5).
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–11
Disease Resistance
Generally high, especially in modern shrub varieties.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Deep soak 1–2 times a week; average to moist soil conditions.
Fertilizer
Balanced rose fertilizer with occasional compost top-dressing.
Pruning
Late winter or early spring before new growth begins; remove dead or diseased canes and shape for airflow.
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, Japanese beetles, black spot, powdery mildew, rust, rose mosaic, crown gall, rose rosette disease.