Sun Needs:
- Full sun (6+ hours daily)
- Tolerates light shade but may reduce flowering and increase disease risk
Bloom Time:
- Late spring through fall
- Repeat blooming in flushes
Size:
Height: 3 to 6 feet (varies by cultivar)
Width: 2 to 4 feet
Attributes:
- Large, high-centered blooms on long stems
- Wide range of colors and fragrances
- Excellent for cut flowers
- Repeat blooming throughout the season
- Attracts pollinators
- Cold-hardy (USDA Zones 5–9, varies by cultivar)
Care Tips:
- Plant in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost
- Water deeply and regularly, especially during dry spells
- Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
- Fertilize in early spring and every 4–6 weeks during the growing season
- Prune in early spring to shape and remove dead or weak wood
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage reblooming
Pest watch:
- Monitor for aphids, black spot, powdery mildew, and Japanese beetles
Popular Cultivars:
- ‘Peace’ – Creamy yellow with pink edges, mild fragrance
- ‘Mr. Lincoln’ – Deep red, strong fragrance
- ‘Double Delight’ – Cream and red bicolor, spicy scent
- ‘Chicago Peace’ – Pink, yellow, and orange blend
- ‘Pope John Paul II’ – Pure white, intense fragrance
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