Rose Maurice Utrillo Standard

• Maurice Utrillo is a beloved hybrid tea rose variety grafted onto a tall standard stem, creating an elegant tree-form rose.
• The distinctive striped blooms feature soft pink petals with creamy white stripes, each flower displaying unique patterns.
• Standard roses grow on a single stem typically 90-120cm tall, with the flowering head grafted on top creating a lollipop shape.
• Gardeners love this rose for its formal appearance, romantic colour palette, and ability to add vertical interest to garden beds.
• The repeat flowering nature ensures blooms appear in flushes from spring through to late autumn in Australian climates.

• Water deeply at the base of the plant 2-3 times per week during active growth, reducing frequency in winter to prevent waterlogged soil.
• Position in full sun with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for abundant flowering and strong growth.
• Plant in well-drained soil enriched with compost and organic matter; roses thrive in slightly acidic to neutral pH.
• Apply rose-specific fertiliser monthly from September through March, switching to a potassium-rich formula in autumn to harden growth.
• Prune in winter to shape the head, remove dead or crossing branches, and encourage vigorous spring growth; deadhead spent blooms regularly.
• Ensure good air circulation around the plant to minimise fungal diseases common in humid Australian conditions.
• Monitor the graft union and remove any suckers that emerge from below it, as these will not produce the desired Maurice Utrillo blooms.
• Apply organic mulch in spring and autumn to maintain soil moisture and temperature, particularly important during hot Australian summers.

• Plant in a location receiving at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering and plant health.
• Water deeply 2-3 times weekly in summer, reducing to weekly in cooler months; always check soil moisture before watering.
• Feed with rose-specific fertiliser monthly during the growing season from early spring through to autumn.
• Prune in winter (July-August in most of Australia) to maintain shape and encourage vigorous spring growth.
• Mulch around the base with organic matter to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature, keeping mulch away from the stem.
• Monitor the graft union regularly to ensure it remains healthy and remove any suckers growing from below the graft point.

• Aphids commonly cluster on new growth and buds; spray with horticultural oil or encourage natural predators like ladybirds. Check regularly during spring flush.
• Black spot appears as dark spots on leaves in humid conditions; remove affected foliage, ensure good air circulation, and apply fungicide if needed.
• Powdery mildew creates white coating on leaves in warm, dry days with cool nights; improve airflow and water at soil level rather than overhead.
• Overwatering causes yellowing leaves and root rot; ensure excellent drainage and let soil dry slightly between waterings.
• Caterpillars and sawfly larvae chew holes in leaves; hand-pick pests or use organic sprays in severe cases.