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Plant Care
Cherokee rose
(Rosa laevigata)
Also Known As
Cherokee rose, Chinese wild rose, Rosa sinica, Smooth rose
About This Plant
Rosa laevigata is a species of rose native to southern China and Vietnam. It is a climbing or trailing shrub that can grow up to 10 meters in length. The leaves are glossy and dark green, with five to nine leaflets. The flowers are white, with a yellow center, and have a sweet fragrance.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Up to 10 meters (33 feet)
Light Requirements
Cherokee Rose requires full sun to grow and flower properly. It should receive at least six hours of direct sunlight per day.
Humidity Needs
This plant species prefers moderate to high humidity levels. It can tolerate dry air, but will appreciate occasional misting.
Fertilizing Schedule
Fertilize the plant in early spring, before new growth appears, with a balanced fertilizer. Repeat the application in midsummer.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune the plant in late winter or early spring, before new growth appears. Remove any dead or damaged wood, and shape the plant as desired.
Common Pests and Diseases
Common pests for Cherokee Rose include aphids, spider mites, and Japanese beetles. Diseases such as black spot and powdery mildew can also affect the plant.
Indoor Size Range
N/A
Watering Schedule
Water the plant deeply once a week, or more frequently during hot, dry weather. Cherokee Rose is drought-tolerant once established.
Temperature Range
Cherokee Rose can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, from -10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F). It is hardy in USDA zones 7 to 9.
Growing Season
Cherokee Rose blooms in the spring, from March to May. It may also produce sporadic blooms throughout the summer and fall.
Growing Difficulty Level
Cherokee Rose is relatively easy to grow, as long as it is planted in well-draining soil and receives adequate sunlight and water.
USDA Hardiness Zones
USDA hardiness zones 7 to 9
Did You Know?
The Cherokee Rose was adopted as the state flower of Georgia in 1916. Legend has it that the rose grew along the Trail of Tears, the route taken by the Cherokee people when they were forced to relocate from their ancestral lands in the southeastern United States to Indian Territory (present-day Oklahoma) in the 1830s.
