Rose Tequila Sunrise Bush

• Produces vibrant orange-yellow blooms with coral-pink edges that intensify in cooler weather. Flowers appear in flushes throughout the growing season.
• Compact bush habit reaches mature size of 1-1.5 metres, making it suitable for smaller garden spaces. Dense growth provides excellent coverage.
• Bred for Australian conditions with excellent heat and drought tolerance once established. Performs well across most climate zones.
• Fragrant blooms attract beneficial pollinators including bees and butterflies to the garden. Makes excellent cut flowers for indoor arrangements.

• Water deeply once weekly during active growing season, checking soil moisture 5cm down before watering. Reduce to fortnightly in winter.
• Position in full sun location with minimum 6 hours direct sunlight daily. Avoid areas with strong afternoon shade.
• Plant in well-draining soil enriched with compost and aged manure. Ensure pH between 6.0-7.0 for optimal nutrient uptake.
• Feed monthly with balanced rose fertiliser from September to March. Apply Epsom salts quarterly to promote healthy foliage.
• Prune in July-August removing dead, diseased and crossing branches. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage repeat flowering.
• Mulch 5-7cm deep around base maintaining distance from stem. Refresh mulch seasonally to retain moisture.

• Plant in full sun location receiving at least 6 hours direct sunlight daily for best flowering performance. Morning sun is particularly important for healthy growth.
• Water deeply once weekly during growing season, allowing soil to dry between waterings. Reduce frequency in winter months.
• Apply balanced fertiliser monthly during spring and summer growing season. Use rose-specific fertiliser for optimal bloom production.
• Prune in late winter to remove dead wood and shape bush. Light pruning after each flush encourages repeat flowering.
• Mulch around base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch away from stem base.

• Aphids cluster on new growth and buds - spray with insecticidal soap or introduce beneficial ladybirds. Check regularly during spring flush periods.
• Black spot appears as dark spots on leaves in humid conditions - ensure good air circulation and apply fungicidal spray. Remove affected foliage promptly.
• Thrips cause silvery streaks on petals and leaves - use blue sticky traps and neem oil spray. Most active during hot, dry weather.
• Root rot develops from overwatering in poorly draining soil - improve drainage with compost and reduce watering frequency.