Rose Bridal Pink Standard

• Standard roses are grafted onto a tall rootstock stem creating an elegant tree-like form perfect for formal gardens. The trunk typically reaches 90-120cm before branching into the flowering head.
• Bridal Pink varieties are specifically bred for their soft, romantic pink colouring and exceptional fragrance. These roses are popular choices for wedding gardens and romantic outdoor spaces.
• Repeat flowering throughout the warmer months provides continuous colour from spring through to autumn. Each flush of blooms brings fresh fragrance to the garden.
• Hardy and drought tolerant once established, making them suitable for most Australian climate zones. The grafted rootstock provides strong disease resistance and vigour.

• Water deeply 2-3 times weekly during growing season, reducing frequency in winter months. Always water at soil level to prevent fungal diseases on foliage.
• Position in full sun location with at least 6 hours direct sunlight daily. Ensure good air circulation around the plant to prevent disease issues.
• Plant in well-draining soil enriched with compost, aged manure and a handful of lime. Mulch around base with organic matter but keep clear of the trunk.
• Feed monthly from spring to early autumn with rose-specific fertiliser or balanced slow-release fertiliser. Apply Epsom salts quarterly for magnesium.
• Prune in late winter removing dead, diseased or crossing branches while maintaining the standard shape. Deadhead spent blooms throughout flowering season.
• Monitor for pests like aphids and thrips during warmer months. Spray with neem oil or insecticidal soap as prevention.

• Provide full sun for at least 6 hours daily for best flowering and disease resistance. Morning sun is essential to dry dew from leaves quickly.
• Water deeply at soil level 2-3 times weekly in growing season, reducing in winter. Mulch around base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Plant in well-draining soil enriched with compost and aged manure. Roses prefer slightly alkaline soil with good organic content.
• Prune in late winter to remove dead wood and shape the standard form. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering.
• Feed monthly during growing season with rose-specific fertiliser high in potassium for flower production.

• Aphids can cluster on new growth and buds - spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil early morning. Encourage beneficial insects like ladybirds for natural control.
• Black spot appears as dark spots on leaves in humid conditions - improve air circulation and water at soil level. Remove affected leaves and apply copper-based fungicide.
• Thrips cause silvery streaks on petals and leaves - use blue sticky traps and beneficial predatory mites. Avoid overhead watering which creates ideal conditions.
• Root rot occurs from poor drainage or overwatering - ensure well-draining soil and water deeply but less frequently. Yellow leaves and wilting are early warning signs.