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Botanical Name:

Rosa banksiae

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Common Name:

Banksia Rose

Family Name:

ROSACEAE

Genus:

Rosa

species

banksiae

Name Derivation

G: From an ancient Latin name;

Growth Habit:

Climber/Shrub

Dimensions:

6m x 3m

Flower:

White or yellow petals, fragrant, single or double, 2.5-3cm across.

Climate:

Tolerant of full sun, cold conditions, and frost. Intolerant of drought.

Fruit:

Spherical, red.

Propagation:

Cuttings.

Horticulture Use:

A specialist rose used for climbing and covering archways, pergolas, or trellis screens.

Culture & Maintenance:

Grow in a sunny position on a well drained soil with pH6.5. If on a clay soil add gypsum or hydrated lime to the soil prior to planting. Incorporate organic matter prior to planting, and maintain a deep layer of mulch. Prune heavily in spring.

Foliage:

3-7 leaflets, 2-6.5cm, glossy and hairless above, acute or obtuse.

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