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This is a garden hybrid, bred from more than one wild species, so it has no single species page of its own.

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Anuschka Rose

Rosa x hybrida 'Anuschka'

The Story

Plant Bio

The genus Rosa comprises deciduous or evergreen woody shrubs celebrated for their showy, often fragrant flowers and thorny stems. Native primarily to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, these plants thrive in fertile, well-drained soils and full sun.

'Anuschka' is a compact, upright hybrid tea rose distinguished by its dense, high-gloss dark green foliage and large, globular double flowers. The blooms open in a deep purple-pink or vivid magenta before gradually fading to soft lavender and lighter pink shades as they age.

Uses & Benefits:

Produces large, globular, deep purple-pink double flowers that fade to soft lavender, set against dense, high-gloss dark green foliage.

Compact, upright growth habit makes it highly suitable for small gardens, borders, and container cultivation.

Provides pollen for generalist native pollinators, including bumblebees and honeybees.

Garden hybrid

Bred from more than one wild species, so it has no species page of its own.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

39"

Width

28"

Light

Full Sun

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Moderate

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Germany (cultivar origin)

Toxicity

Non-toxic (stems have sharp prickles)

Bloom period

Summer – Fall

In flower about 6 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a planting site that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.
Prepare the soil by incorporating rich organic matter or humus to ensure a fertile, well-draining loam with a pH of 6.0 to 6.5.
Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball, place the plant so the graft union is at or slightly below soil level, and backfill.
Water deeply at the base immediately after planting and maintain consistent moisture throughout the first growing season.

Pro Tip

Amateurs frequently assume 'disease-resistant' means immune and fail to clean up fallen fall foliage, which allows fungal spores like black spot to overwinter in the soil. Furthermore, heavy over-fertilization with high-nitrogen synthetic fertilizers causes soft, lush top growth that invites severe aphid outbreaks and weakens structural frost-hardiness.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Clean up and destroy fallen leaves in the fall to prevent fungal spores from overwintering in the soil.
Water at the soil level rather than overhead to keep the dense foliage dry and reduce disease pressure.
Prune annually in late winter or early spring to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches.

Don't

Do not prune aggressively into old, thick, leafless brown wood, as this results in slow and patchy regrowth.
Do not over-fertilize with high-nitrogen synthetic fertilizers, which produce weak, soft growth susceptible to aphids.
Do not allow the soil to become waterlogged or stagnant, as this cultivar is highly intolerant of wet feet.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Pest Check
Prune
Winter Prep

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Mixed shrub bordersCottage gardensCutting gardensContainer planting

Companion Plants

Brachyscome

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Anuschka Rose questions

What zones can Anuschka Rose grow in?

Anuschka Rose is hardy in USDA Zones 5–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Anuschka Rose deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Anuschka Rose, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Anuschka Rose bloom?

Anuschka Rose typically blooms in summer through fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Anuschka Rose need full sun?

Anuschka Rose does best in full sun (6+ hours).