Rose Young Lycidas Bush

• Young Lycidas is a modern bush rose variety known for its exceptional fragrance and repeat flowering habit throughout the warmer months. The literary name adds cultural significance to any garden.
• Features classic rose form flowers with excellent disease resistance, making it ideal for Australian climate conditions. Blooms appear in flushes from spring through autumn.
• Develops into a well-rounded bush with glossy green foliage that provides an attractive backdrop to the stunning flowers. Growth habit is compact yet vigorous.
• Popular among rose enthusiasts for its reliability, fragrance intensity, and ability to perform well in both coastal and inland Australian gardens.

• Water deeply once or twice weekly, increasing frequency during hot weather and reducing in winter months. Check soil moisture before watering.
• Position in full sun location with morning sun essential for healthy growth and disease prevention. Protect from strong winds.
• Plant in well-draining soil enriched with compost and aged manure. pH should be slightly acidic to neutral.
• Feed monthly during growing season with rose fertiliser, supplementing with Epsom salts for magnesium. Cease feeding in late autumn.
• Prune in late winter removing dead, diseased, and crossing branches. Shape bush and reduce height by one-third.
• Apply organic mulch in spring and autumn to conserve moisture and suppress weeds around root zone.

• Provide full sun exposure for at least 6 hours daily to encourage prolific blooming and healthy growth. Morning sun is particularly important for drying dew from leaves.
• Water deeply but infrequently, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Increase frequency during hot Australian summers.
• Apply thick organic mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Keep mulch away from the stem to prevent collar rot.
• Feed monthly during growing season with rose-specific fertiliser for optimal flower production and plant vigour.

• Aphids can cluster on new growth - spray with horticultural oil or encourage beneficial insects like ladybirds. Regular inspection helps catch infestations early.
• Black spot may appear on leaves in humid conditions - ensure good air circulation and water at soil level rather than overhead. Remove affected foliage promptly.
• Thrips can damage flower buds and petals - blue sticky traps help monitor and control populations. Predatory mites provide natural control.
• Root rot occurs from waterlogged soil - ensure excellent drainage and reduce watering frequency in winter months.