Hey you guys! I hope everyone is doing well:) Just wanted to make a quick general video on Miniature Roses, focusing on Rosa chinensis var. Minima plants. These compact rosaceae family members come in a large array of Hybrids, in a whole rainbow of colours excluding Blue. They're perfect for garden borders, containers and statement pots. They look best when regularly deadheaded, pruning back by about an inch once blooms begin to fade will ensure a longer blooming season.
This plant does have thorns, although they're pretty gentle. These roses are not very suirable as cut flowers, in my experience they deteriorate quickly after cutting. (And there are way better rose vsrieties to use as cut flowers too honestly)
plant difficulty out of 10: 2-3, getting more difficult in later years, generally speaking.
Propagation:
plants can be divided at the base in early summer or in winter when plants are dormant.
Semi-ripe hardwood cuttings are most successful in the fall. I recommend the use of rooting hormone, as they are somewhat finicky.
common issues and most-common causes:
Crispy Leaves ~ plant is not watered frequently enougg
yellow leaves ~ overwatering, let dry out somewhat between waterings
wilting ~ underwatering. water deeply! leaves may also appear dull.
grey mould ~ cut back all dead tissue, keep in a dry, bright location, water containers from bottom if possible.
Brown leaves ~ plant is experiencing frost burn, keep in mind leaves will also naturally drop off as this plant is decidious.
Have a wonderful day you guys!!! stay blessed 🥰💯🙏
