Description
The purple rose is a perennial flowering plant.purple color roses are often used to express love at first sight.
What makes it special:- One of the best flowering plants
- Provide Year round flowering.
- Perfect plant for outdoor garden and sunny balcony.
- purple roses reveal creativity, openness, infinite possibility.
Note: The fragrance of Rose flowers depends on its variety and climatic conditions, hence this plant may or may not produce fragrant flowe Roses are one of the most popular and beautiful woody perennial flowering shrubs of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae.
The flowers are densely filled with petals, much like antique roses. The symbolism of rose colors is steeped in tradition. Roses inspired people over thousands of years to develop a language of color. Purple roses primarily stand for enchantment.purple roses give off the vibes of royalty, enchantment, and majesty.
Plant Specifications
| Plant Height |
18 inch (46 cm) |
| Plant Spread |
6 inch (15 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name |
Gulab, mystical rose |
| Maximum Reachable Height |
Up to 2 Metre |
| Flower Colour |
purple |
| Bloom Time |
year-round |
| Difficulty Level |
Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Refer our Garden Guide for detailed procedures and meanings of words related to gardening.
Sunlight
At least six to eight hours of sunlight a day is ideal for flowering.Keep the plant outdoor with bright direct natural light.SoilThe soil should be well drained and rich in organic content for growing rose plant.WateringWater the plant when the top soil (1-2 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.Do not overwater the plant.Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.Application of FertilizerDuring the main growing season (April - August) feed the rose plant with organic fertilizer once a month.Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.Re-potting When a plant outgrows in current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in a shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition.For re-potting procedure click here
MulchingA mulch is a layer of material placed on the ground around plants to suppress weed growth, retain soil moisture, or prevent freezing of roots.mulch increase conservation of soil moisture, improving fertility and health of the soilOrganic mulches include formerly living material such as chopped leaves, straw, grass clippings, compost, wood chips, shredded bark, sawdust, pine needles, and even paper.Plant ProtectionRemove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.DontsDo not overwater the plant especially when pot does not have drainage holes.Avoid applying water on flowers and leaves it may cause fungus infection.Rose care
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:
Check the moisture in the soil before watering it. Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water.Keep the plant in indirect bright light.Do not re-pot immediately after receiving it.Key requirements to keep plant healthy:
| Sunlight |
Full sun, Partial sun |
| Watering |
Medium |
| Soil |
Rose is grown in well-drained and rich in organic content soil. |
| Temperature |
20 to 30 degree C |
| Fertilizer |
Use any organic fertilizer. |
Rose special feature
attractive flower
Rose uses
Ornamental Use:
- Roses are best known as ornamental plants
- Roses are used in landscapes
- Rose-covered arches
- Gods gift for decoration
