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Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to maintain consistent soil moisture. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Also known as Four Seasons Rose · Ispahan Rose · Portland Rose
Damask Rose (Rosa × damascena) is a hybrid rose renowned for its intensely fragrant flowers, widely cultivated for attar of roses and rose water.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade.
90% intensity
At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily is ideal.
Water regularly, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
70% intensity
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Well-drained, fertile loam. Tolerates a range of soil types but performs best in slightly acidic to neutral pH.
50% intensity
Thrives in a temperature range of 15-25°C during the growing season.
60% intensity
Can tolerate cooler temperatures in dormancy.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed annually in spring with a balanced rose fertilizer.
60% intensity
Compost or manure improves soil fertility.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to maintain consistent soil moisture. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Shape the plant and encourage vigorous new growth for the next blooming season.
Propagate by cuttings taken in summer or by grafting in late summer. Seed propagation is possible but may not result in true-to-type plants.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in early spring before new growth begins. Use a larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Damask Rose (Rosa × damascena) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Rosa |
| Species | Rosa × damascena |
Similar in genus Rosa
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