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Description
Rosa William Lobb is a hardy and beautiful rose species that is native to China. It is a shrub rose that can grow up to 6 feet in height and 5 feet in width. The foliage is dark green and glossy, and the flowers are deep pink to light crimson, with a strong fragrance. The blooms are double and cup-shaped, and they appear in late spring to early summer. Rosa William Lobb is a popular garden plant, and it is loved for its beautiful blooms and hardiness.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Rosa |
Appearance
Rosa William Lobb has dark green and glossy foliage that is ovate and serrated. The flowers are double and cup-shaped, with a diameter of 3-4 inches. They have a strong fragrance and are deep pink to light crimson in color. The blooms appear in late spring to early summer and are followed by small red hips in the fall. This rose species is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 6 feet in height and 5 feet in width.
Care Guide
Rosa William Lobb is a hardy plant that requires minimal care. Here are some tips for taking care of this beautiful rose species:- Water: Water the plant deeply once a week, or more often if the weather is hot and dry.- Fertilization: Fertilize the plant in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.- Soil: The plant prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Amend the soil with compost or aged manure before planting.- Sunlight: The plant prefers full sun to partial shade.- Hardiness Zones: Rosa William Lobb is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Common Pests and Diseases
Rosa William Lobb is susceptible to the following pests and diseases:- Aphids: These sap-sucking insects can cause stunted growth and distorted leaves. Control them with insecticidal soap or neem oil.- Black spot: This fungal disease causes black spots on the leaves, which can lead to defoliation. Control it with fungicides or by removing infected leaves.- Powdery mildew: This fungal disease causes a white powdery coating on the leaves. Control it with fungicides or by removing infected leaves.- Spider mites: These tiny arachnids can cause bronzed leaves and webbing. Control them with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Habitat
Rosa William Lobb is native to China and is widely cultivated in gardens around the world. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. This rose species is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Question and Answer
Q: What is the best time to prune Rosa William Lobb?
A: Prune the plant in late winter or early spring, before new growth appears.
Q: Can Rosa William Lobb be grown in containers?
A: Yes, the plant can be grown in containers, but it may require more frequent watering and fertilization.
Q: How often should I fertilize Rosa William Lobb?
A: Fertilize the plant once a year, in early spring, with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: How tall does Rosa William Lobb grow?
A: Rosa William Lobb can grow up to 6 feet in height and 5 feet in width.
Related Plants
Here are some related rose species that you may be interested in:- Rosa ‘New Dawn’- Rosa ‘Golden Celebration’- Rosa ‘Madame Alfred Carrière’- Rosa ‘Zephirine Drouhin’- Rosa ‘Cramoisi Supérieur’
References
– “Rosa ‘William Lobb’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=262236.- “Rosa William Lobb.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/3182/Rosa-William-Lobb/Details.
