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Alice Flores Purple Hybrid China
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Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
purple
Fragrance
mild
Fragrance Notes
none to mild
Color Description
Purple
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Soil
Well-draining, loamy, sandy soil rich in organic matter with a pH range of 6.0-6.9.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Generally disease-resistant, though susceptible to black spot and rust in high humidity.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular deep watering; maintain consistent moisture without overwatering, as it is sensitive to both drought and excessive wetness.
Fertilizer
Balanced slow-release fertilizer applied monthly during the growing season, or a handful of rose feed in March and June for repeat-flowering varieties.
Pruning
Requires only light pruning; tidy by cutting about an inch off each stem and remove any dead, diseased, or damaged stems.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and rust, especially in humid conditions.