Miniature Rose (Rosa chinensis minima or Rosa hybrida)

Sun Needs:

• Bright light to full sun
• At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily is ideal

Indoors:

• Place near a south- or west-facing window, or supplement with grow lights

Bloom Time:

• Spring through fall with proper care
• May bloom sporadically indoors year-round under bright light

Size:

Height: 6 inches to 2 feet, depending on variety
Width: 6 inches to 1.5 feet

Attributes:

• Classic rose flowers in miniature form
• Fragrant (some varieties)
• Compact, bushy growth
• Can be moved outdoors in summer or grown in containers year-round
• Often used as gifts or decorative accents

Care Tips:

• Use well-draining potting soil and a container with drainage holes
• Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy – avoid letting it dry out completely
• Fertilize every 2–3 weeks during the growing season with a balanced or rose-specific fertilizer
• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage new flowers
• Requires good air circulation to avoid powdery mildew and other fungal issues
• Can be pruned lightly to maintain shape

Pest watch:

• Look out for spider mites, aphids, and whiteflies indoors
• Not frost-tolerant – treat as a houseplant or overwinter indoors if grown outdoors