Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
Yves Ruby Japanese Florist Shrub Rose
Rosa
4'
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom habit
Large, deep magenta to purple blooms with a hint of red around the edges.
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
magenta
Fragrance
strong
Fragrance Notes
Not specified for this specific cultivar, though Yves collection roses are noted for strong fragrance.
Color Description
Ruby
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4'
Soil
Rich, well-drained soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–10
Disease Resistance
Susceptible to black stem and spider mites if not exposed to enough sunlight.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Deep watering at the base each week.
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced rose food or compost plus alfalfa meal as leaves emerge and again after each bloom flush.
Pruning
Avoid deep pruning during the rainy season; limit pruning when the plant is small. Remove faded flowers and one leaf below the flower. Perform deep pruning to shape the canopy only when the plant is large and well-developed.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black stem, spider mites, and black spot.