shrub rose
Rosa 'Meipitac' CAREFREE WONDER
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Layering Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Pink Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Shrub roses (Rosa 'Meipitac' CAREFREE WONDER) require moderate amounts of water and should be watered every 7 to 10 days in times of no rain or drought-like conditions. Water should be applied deeply to saturate the root zone, but not to the point of runoff. Aim to water until the soil is evenly wet but not soggy. Additionally, mulching the shrub rose with about 2-4 inches of organic matter can help prevent water evaporation and runoff. During periods of extreme heat, the shrub rose may require more frequent watering.
sunlight
Shrub roses such as Rosa 'Meipitac' CAREFREE WONDER do best in full sun, defined as a minimum of 6 hours each day. In partial shade (direct sunlight for 3-6 hours per day), the plant will grow and flower, but may be slightly less vigorous. Avoid planting in complete shade, as the shrub will not thrive in these conditions.
pruning
Shrub rose (Rosa 'Meipitac' CAREFREE WONDER) should be pruned annually in early spring (March - April). Pruning should involve removing dead or damaged stems, thinning out old stems to promote new growth and reducing the overall size of the plant if desired. Aim to remove up to 1 third of the oldest stems annually, and remove any stems that are growing inwards or overlapping. You should also remove any suckers (shoots growing from the bud union) to promote better air circulation.
