About
Rosa carolina var. grandiflora is a large-flowered variety of the Carolina rose producing the characteristic single flowers and colourful hips of the species. A rewarding and ornamental rose for a sunny, well-drained garden.
About the genus
Rosa, the roses, are deciduous or semi-evergreen shrubs and scrambling climbers with usually thorny stems bearing pinnate leaves and solitary or clustered, five-petalled flowers in a vast range of colours and forms in summer, often followed by showy red, orange or purple hips. Indispensable garden plants for a sunny, well-drained position.
Plant details
Suggested usesBeds, borders, containers, cutting gardens. Ideal for garden display and floral arrangements.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil in an open, sunny position. Mulch annually in late winter.
PruningPrune in late winter. Remove dead or crossing stems.
PropagationTake hardwood cuttings in autumn.
Pest resistanceAphids and sawfly may cause damage.
Disease resistanceBlack spot and mildew can occur. Ensure air circulation.