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Mauritia Shrub Rose

Rosa x hybrida 'Mauritia'

The Story

Plant Bio

The genus Rosa comprises deciduous and evergreen shrubs native across the temperate and subtropical regions of the Northern Hemisphere, characterized by thorny stems and pinnate leaves. These classic garden plants are widely cultivated for their showy, often fragrant flowers that range from simple single-petaled blooms to highly complex double forms.

'Rosa 'Mauritia' is a vigorous, upright German cultivar distinguished by its large, nostalgic, double-cupped blooms of soft peach-pink with deeper apricot centers. The dense, glossy dark green foliage exhibits exceptional resistance to common fungal diseases, providing a clean backdrop for the continuous summer and fall flower flushes.

Uses & Benefits:

Produces large, nostalgic, double-cupped peach-pink blooms with a classic button eye and glossy dark green foliage.

Features highly disease-resistant foliage that reduces the need for chemical fungicide applications in the garden.

Provides pollen for native bees, honeybees, and other beneficial insect pollinators, as well as nesting cover for small birds.

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

47"

Width

31"

Light

Full Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

High tolerance

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Germany (cultivar)

Toxicity

Non-toxic

Bloom period

Late spring – Autumn

In flower about 7 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a planting site that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily and has rich, well-draining soil.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and mix organic compost into the backfill soil.
Set the plant so the graft union is slightly below the soil level in cold climates, backfill, and water deeply.
Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base to retain moisture, keeping it clear of the main stems.

Pro Tip

Avoid overhead watering late in the evening, as lingering moisture on the leaves triggers black spot and powdery mildew despite the cultivar's high natural disease resistance.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water deeply at the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry and prevent fungal diseases.
Deadhead spent blooms regularly throughout the growing season to encourage continuous repeat flowering.
Prune annually in late winter to remove dead wood and maintain an open, well-ventilated habit.

Don't

Do not plant in low-lying areas where water pools, as the roots are highly intolerant of soggy soil.
Do not prune heavily into old, completely leafless wood that lacks active growth buds.
Do not handle the stems without thick gardening gloves to protect against the sharp prickles.

Seasonal Care Calendar

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

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

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Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Mauritia Shrub Rose questions

What zones can Mauritia Shrub Rose grow in?

Mauritia Shrub Rose is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Mauritia Shrub Rose deer resistant?

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

When does Mauritia Shrub Rose bloom?

Mauritia Shrub Rose typically blooms in late spring through autumn. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Mauritia Shrub Rose need full sun?

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