- Regional name:
- Marathi - Gulab, Bengali - Golap, Hindi - Gulab, Punjabi - Gulab, Kannada - Gulabi, Tamil - Troja, Telugu - Roja
- Category:
- Rose Hybrid Teas
- Family:
- Rosaceae or Apple family
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1. Introduction and Information
- Botanical name: Rosa 'Devotion'
- Plant family: Rosaceae
- Plant type: Perennial shrub
- Flowering period: Late spring to early autumn
- Native region: Cultivar bred for ornamental purposes
2. Plantation
- Hardiness zones: 5-9
- Soil type: Well-drained, fertile loam
- pH range: 6.0-6.5
- Sun exposure: Full sun to light shade
- Spacing: 3-4 feet apart
- Planting depth: Graft union 1-2 inches below soil level
3. Growing
- Water requirements: Regular, moderate watering
- Fertilization: Balanced slow-release fertilizer, applied in early spring and mid-summer
- Pruning: Annual winter pruning for shape, health, and increased blooms
- Mulching: Apply a 2-3 inch layer of organic mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
4. Care
- Pest control: Monitor for common pests such as aphids, spider mites, and Japanese beetles
- Disease prevention: Practice proper sanitation and air circulation to prevent fungal diseases like blackspot and powdery mildew
- Winter protection: In colder climates, protect the plant with a layer of mulch or burlap wrap
5. Benefits
- Aesthetic appeal: Beautiful, fragrant flowers add color and interest to gardens and landscapes
- Pollinator attraction: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects
- Cut flowers: Ideal for use in floral arrangements and bouquets
- Therapeutic properties: Contains compounds used in cosmetics and aromatherapy for their soothing and healing properties
