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Description
Rosa St Swithun is a popular garden rose that is known for its beautiful pink blooms. This rose is a hybrid tea rose that was first introduced in 1983 by Harkness Roses. It was named after the St Swithun’s Day, which is celebrated on July 15th in England. The rose has a strong fragrance and blooms repeatedly throughout the growing season.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Rosa |
Appearance
Rosa St Swithun has large, double blooms that are light pink in color. The petals are ruffled and have a velvety texture. The rose blooms repeatedly throughout the summer and fall. The plant itself can grow up to 6 feet tall and 4 feet wide, with a strong upright growth habit. The leaves are dark green and glossy.
Care Guide
To care for Rosa St Swithun, it is important to provide it with adequate water, fertilization, soil, sunlight, and to plant it in an appropriate hardiness zone. The following are some specific care tips:- Water: The rose should be watered deeply once a week, and more frequently in hot, dry weather.- Fertilization: The rose should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer in the spring and summer.- Soil: The rose prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: The rose needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day to thrive.- Hardiness Zones: The rose is hardy in zones 6-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Rosa St Swithun is susceptible to a variety of pests and diseases, including:- Aphids: These small insects feed on the sap of the plant and can cause damage to the leaves and flowers.- Blackspot: This fungal disease causes black spots to form on the leaves of the plant, leading to defoliation.- Powdery Mildew: This fungal disease causes a white powdery coating to form on the leaves and stems of the plant.To prevent these issues, it is important to keep the plant healthy and well-maintained. Regularly inspect the plant for signs of pests or disease and treat as necessary.
Habitat
Rosa St Swithun is a garden rose that is commonly grown in home gardens and parks. It is native to England but can be grown in a variety of climates and regions.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I fertilize Rosa St Swithun?
A: The rose should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer in the spring and summer.
Q: What hardiness zones is Rosa St Swithun suitable for?
A: The rose is hardy in zones 6-9.
Q: How often should I water Rosa St Swithun?
A: The rose should be watered deeply once a week, and more frequently in hot, dry weather.
Q: What is the best soil for Rosa St Swithun?
A: The rose prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
Related Plants
– Rosa ‘Bonica’- Rosa ‘Double Delight’- Rosa ‘Queen Elizabeth’- Rosa ‘Peace’- Rosa ‘Mister Lincoln’
References
– Harkness Roses. (n.d.). Rosa St Swithun. Retrieved from https://www.roses.co.uk/roses/hybrid-tea-roses/rosa-st-swithun- Royal Horticultural Society. (n.d.). Rosa ‘St Swithun’. Retrieved from https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/329594/Rosa-St-Swithun/Details
