Rose 'Bonica®'

Scientific Name: Rosa 'Bonica' (syn. 'Bonica 82', 'MEIdomonac')

Common Name: Bonica® Rose

Hardiness Zone: Zone 4b–9b

Height: 90–150 cm (3–5 ft)

Width: 120–180 cm (4–6 ft)

Exposure: Full sun

Blossom Colour: Soft to mid-pink, fading to pale pink or near white in warmer climates

Flowering Type: Fully double blooms (26–40 petals), lightly fragrant, borne in large clusters

Summer Colour: Dark green, semi-glossy foliage

Blooming Season: Late spring through fall (May to October), repeat bloomer

Plant Habit: Bushy, spreading shrub with arching canes

Water: Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil

Fertilize: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring; repeat mid-season if necessary

Spacing: 120–180 cm (48–72 inches) apart