🌹 Rose (Rosa spp.)
Also known as: Gulab • Desi Rose • Hybrid Tea Rose • Floribunda
🪴 Plant Snapshot
| Attribute | Details |
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| Type | Perennial Flowering Shrub |
| Category | Outdoor • Terrace • Balcony • Cutting Garden • Spiritual Garden |
| Botanical Name | Rosa spp. |
| Toxicity | ✅ Non-toxic – Safe for kids and pets (watch out for thorns) |
☀️ Growing Conditions
| Light | ☀️ Full Sun – Needs 6–8 hours of direct sunlight |
|---|---|
| Watering | 💧 Moderate – Water when topsoil feels dry; avoid wetting leaves |
| Humidity | Prefers open, well-ventilated spots |
| Soil | Well-draining, rich loamy soil enriched with compost |
| Fertilizer | Rose fertilizer or organic compost every 2–3 weeks during bloom season |
🌱 Growth & Features
| Growth Habit | Upright, bushy or climbing depending on variety |
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| Mature Size | 2–6 feet tall (shrubs); 6–12+ feet (climbers) |
| Flowering Season | 🌸 Peak in winter and spring in India; multiple flushes year-round |
✨ Uses & Benefits
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🌹 Symbol of love, devotion, and elegance across cultures
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🪔 Widely used in worship, garlands, perfumes, and décor
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🌿 Petals used in rosewater, Ayurvedic, and culinary preparations
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🐝 Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
💡 Fun Tip
Prune dead or weak stems after each bloom cycle to promote fresh flushes and fuller growth. Always wear gloves — roses come with thorns! 🧤✂️
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