Species grandiflora rose Guide
pink flowers with pink center, green leaves and stems

grandiflora rose

Rosa QUEEN ELIZABETH

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Cutting,Division,Budding

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 9

Flowers:

Silver pink Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Thorny:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

High

watering

When it comes to watering Rosa Queen Elizabeth (grandiflora rose), once per week is generally sufficient. The amount of water necessary may vary, however, depending on climate, soil, and other variables. When in doubt, it's best to keep an eye on the soil around the base of your rose bush for signs of drought stress.

sunlight

Grandiflora roses, such as Rosa Queen Elizabeth, need full sunlight for at least 6 hours each day for optimal growth and flowering. If the rose bush is planted in a garden, the planting sites should be exposed to direct sunlight for most of the day. If the rose is planted indoors, a bright, sunny window (south or southwest-facing) should be chosen. While some shading may be necessary on very hot summer days to protect the blossoms, direct sunlight for 6 hours per day is necessary for healthy growth and abundant blooms.

pruning

Grandiflora rose (Rosa QUEEN ELIZABETH) should be pruned twice a year. The first pruning should occur in late winter when the plant is still dormant and the second pruning should occur in late summer after the flowering season has ended. The first pruning should involve removing any dead wood and wood that is diseased or damaged. Remove any stems or canes that are crossing over others or any that have excessive foliage. This will help promote a healthy and balanced-looking shape. The second pruning in late summer should involve pruning back any spent flowers and light pruning of the side shoots to reduce their overall size, making the plant more compact. Grandiflora roses tend to be quite resilient so you can be generous with your pruning, however try not to remove more than 1 third of the plant's total foliage.