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Description
Rosa White Pet is a type of hybrid tea rose that was first introduced in 1960. It is known for its large, pure white blooms that have a slight fragrance. This rose is a popular choice for gardens and floral arrangements due to its classic beauty and elegance.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Phylum: | Spermatophyta |
| Class: | Magnoliopsida |
| Order: | Rosales |
| Family: | Rosaceae |
| Genus: | Rosa |
Appearance
The Rosa White Pet plant grows up to 5 feet tall and 3 feet wide. It has dark green leaves that are slightly glossy and serrated edges. The flowers are large, double blooms that are 4-5 inches in diameter. They are pure white in color with a slight fragrance. The blooms have a classic rose shape with a high center and pointed outer petals. The plant blooms in the summer months and can continue blooming until fall with proper care.
Care Guide
Rosa White Pet requires regular care to thrive. Here are some tips for caring for this plant:- Water: The plant should be watered deeply once a week. Make sure the soil is well-draining to prevent root rot.- Fertilization: The plant should be fertilized in the spring and summer months with a balanced fertilizer.- Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is slightly acidic. Amend the soil with compost or peat moss for better drainage.- Sunlight: The plant requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day. It can tolerate some shade, but the blooms will not be as abundant.- Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Rosa White Pet is susceptible to some pests and diseases. Here are some common ones to watch out for:- Aphids: These small insects can suck the sap from the leaves and cause the plant to weaken. They can be controlled with insecticidal soap.- Blackspot: This fungal disease can cause black spots to appear on the leaves and weaken the plant. It can be controlled with a fungicide.- Japanese Beetles: These beetles can eat the leaves and flowers of the plant. They can be controlled with insecticides or by handpicking them off the plant.
Habitat
Rosa White Pet is native to China, but it is now grown in many parts of the world as a garden plant. It requires a warm climate with plenty of sun and well-draining soil.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I fertilize Rosa White Pet?
A: The plant should be fertilized in the spring and summer months with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Rosa White Pet?
A: The plant is hardy in zones 5-9.
Q: How often should I water Rosa White Pet?
A: The plant should be watered deeply once a week.
Q: What is the appearance of Rosa White Pet flowers?
A: The flowers are large, double blooms that are 4-5 inches in diameter. They are pure white in color with a slight fragrance.
Related Plants
– Rosa ‘Iceberg’- Rosa ‘Bride’s Dream’- Rosa ‘Chrysler Imperial’- Rosa ‘Peace’- Rosa ‘White Delight’
References
– American Rose Society. (n.d.). Rosa ‘White Pet’. Retrieved from https://www.rose.org/single-post/2017/12/29/Rosa-White-Pet- Missouri Botanical Garden. (n.d.). Rosa ‘White Pet’. Retrieved from http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=r490
