Rose Claire Standard

• Rose Claire Bush is a modern garden rose bred for exceptional disease resistance and repeat flowering throughout the warmer months.
• Features beautifully formed, fragrant blooms that attract beneficial pollinators while providing excellent cut flowers for indoor enjoyment.
• Grows as an upright, bushy shrub with glossy green foliage that remains healthy and attractive even in challenging Australian climates.
• Beloved by gardeners for its reliability, low maintenance requirements, and ability to perform consistently in diverse growing conditions.

• Water deeply 2-3 times weekly at soil level, maintaining consistent moisture without waterlogging - increase frequency during hot summer periods.
• Position in full sun location receiving at least 6 hours direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering and disease prevention.
• Plant in well-draining, fertile soil enriched with compost and aged manure - avoid heavy clay or constantly wet conditions.
• Feed monthly with rose fertiliser during spring and summer, switching to low-nitrogen fertiliser in autumn to encourage hardening off.
• Prune in late winter by removing dead, diseased wood and opening centre for air circulation - deadhead spent blooms regularly.
• Mulch around base with organic material to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch away from the stem base.

• Provide full sun (6+ hours daily) for best flowering and disease resistance - morning sun is especially important for drying dew from leaves.
• Water deeply at soil level 2-3 times weekly, avoiding wet foliage which encourages disease. Mulch around the base to retain moisture.
• Plant in well-draining soil enriched with compost and organic matter - roses hate waterlogged conditions but need consistent moisture.
• Fertilise monthly during growing season with rose-specific fertiliser, reducing to quarterly in winter. Add Epsom salts occasionally for magnesium.
• Prune in late winter, removing dead wood and opening the centre for air circulation.

• Aphids can cluster on new growth and buds - spray with insecticidal soap or encourage beneficial insects like ladybirds. Remove affected shoots if infestation is severe.
• Black spot appears as dark spots on leaves, especially in humid conditions - ensure good air circulation and avoid overhead watering. Apply fungicide if necessary.
• Spider mites cause stippled, yellowing leaves in hot, dry weather - increase humidity around the plant and spray with miticide. Regular watering helps prevent infestations.
• Powdery mildew creates white, powdery coating on leaves - improve air circulation and avoid watering foliage. Remove affected leaves promptly.