The advantages and disadvantages of Japanese Mary roses. Is Japanese Mary rose easy to grow?

The Japanese Mary rose plant is not tall, only growing to about 80 centimeters. The flowers are very beautiful, and are somewhat different from the traditional classical rose shape. They are a bit similar to peonies.

Its flowers are full, round and fluffy, with a relatively large diameter of about eight centimeters. The color of the flowers is deep rose red with a hint of dark purple, with white lace on the edges. It seems to have a beautiful halo, so beautiful that it seems unreal, as if it came out of a Chinese painting, and it is amazing to look at.

Advantages of Japanese Mary Rose

The advantages of Japanese Mary rose are its special and beautiful flower shape and bright colors. Some people comment that it is at the enchanting level. It has good disease resistance, good branching, and multiple blooms.

Disadvantages of Japanese Mary Rose

The disadvantage of Japanese Mary rose is that it has no floral fragrance, which cannot be smelled unless you smell it carefully. The leaves are twisted and a bit ugly. The growth rate of cuttings is slow in the early stage. Most importantly, dead branches and leaves need to be pruned every year. The flowers will scatter when the temperature is high in summer. There are many thorns on the branches and trunks, which are not easy to maintain.

Japanese Mary Maintenance Tips

1. Pot soil

Japanese Mary rose likes loose, fertile, well-drained soil. It is best to choose a flowerpot with good air permeability. Choose the size of the flowerpot according to the size of the plant, preferably a larger one.

2. Water and fertilizer

Japanese Mary rose has a large demand for water and fertilizer. Only by replenishing water and fertilizer in time during the flowering period can the flowers continue to bloom, and the flowers will be brightly colored no matter how big they are. In summer, you can spray water on the leaves to cool them down. When fertilizing, avoid the roots to avoid root burn.

3. Lighting

Japanese Mary rose likes light, and sufficient light can make its flowers bloom more beautifully, but it is not sun-resistant. When the light intensity is high in summer, shade protection is needed to avoid sunburn.