Crocus Rose Rosa Crocus Rose = 'Ausquest' (PBR) (S)

👤 Non-toxic to humans

🐾 Non-toxic to pets

🌸 Blooming

🍪 Not edible

‍🌱 Hard-care

ABOUT

The Rosa Crocus Rose, known for its charming and elegant flowers, is a visually appealing plant. This rose is distinguished by its blooms, which exhibit a captivating blend of soft apricot and warm yellow hues, giving the appearance of delicate silk. The petals are intricately ruffled and plentiful, forming full, cup-shaped flowers that exude a gentle radiance in the garden. The foliage of the Crocus Rose provides a lush backdrop for the exquisite blossoms, with dark green, glossy leaves that offer a striking contrast to the softer tones of the flowers. Throughout the blooming season, the plant showcases a generous display of flowers that can evoke a sense of serenity and classical beauty in any setting. Its stems are robust, supporting the weight of the blooms elegantly. The Crocus Rose emits a light and pleasant fragrance, which can be described as a subtle blend of tea and myrrh, adding an additional layer of sensory delight to its presence. This scent further enhances the allure of the rose, making it not only a visual but also an olfactory treasure in the garden. Overall, the Rosa Crocus Rose is a captivating and graceful plant that brings an air of refinement to any space it inhabits.

Plant Info

Care

Common Problems

About this plant

Names
- Family
  Rosaceae.
- Synonyms
  Crocus Rose, Quested Rose.
- Common names
  Rosa 'Ausquest'
Toxicity
- To humans
  The plant commonly known as Crocus Rose generally is not toxic to humans. Roses are not known to contain any toxins that would cause poisoning when ingested. However, it's important to note that any part of a plant can potentially cause a reaction due to individual allergies or sensitivities. In most cases, ingesting roses would not lead to any severe symptoms, although it may cause stomach discomfort or nausea due to the indigestible nature of plant material.
- To pets
  The Crocus Rose is not considered toxic to pets. Roses do not contain substances that are known to be poisonous to dogs, cats, or other domestic animals. However, the ingestion of roses, including the Crocus Rose, can lead to mild gastrointestinal upset in some pets. Symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting might occur if a pet eats a significant amount of rose plant material. It's always a good idea to discourage pets from eating ornamental plants as a general precaution.
Characteristics
- Life cycle
  Perennials
- Foliage type
  Deciduous
- Color of leaves
  Green
- Flower color
  Apricot
- Height
  4 feet (1.22 meters)
- Spread
  3 feet (0.91 meters)
- Plant type
  Shrub
- Hardiness zones
  5
- Native area
  Cultivar

Benefits

General Benefits
- Attractive Blooms: Produces beautiful, yellow flowers that can enhance the aesthetic appeal of any garden.
- Repeat Flowering: Known for its ability to bloom multiple times throughout the growing season.
- Fragrance: The blooms emit a delightful fragrance, adding a sensory experience to the garden.
- Compact Growth: With its smaller size, it is suitable for smaller gardens or for growing in containers.
- Drought Tolerance: Once established, it can tolerate periods of low water, making it suitable for drier climates.
- Pest Resistance: Exhibits good resistance to common rose pests, reducing the need for chemical treatments.
- Disease Resistance: Shows resistance to some common rose diseases, promoting healthy growth with less maintenance.
- Longevity: As a perennial, it will return year after year, providing long-term enjoyment.
- Hardiness: Capable of withstanding a range of temperature conditions once acclimated.
- Attracts Wildlife: Can attract bees and other pollinators, supporting local ecosystems.
Medical Properties
This plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying Qualities
This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses
- Natural Fabric Dye: Petals of the rose can be used to create a delicate pink fabric dye for textiles, lending a soft color derived from nature.
- Eco-Friendly Confetti: Dried rose petals serve as biodegradable confetti for celebrations like weddings, providing an environmentally friendly alternative to synthetic materials.
- Bath Soak Additive: Adding petals from the rose to bathwater can enhance a bathing experience, giving a luxurious feel and a pleasant aroma.
- Floral Water Ingredients: The petals can be distilled to create floral waters or hydrosols used for cosmetic purposes or in culinary recipes to impart a floral note.
- Crafting Potpourri: Dried rose petals can be included in homemade potpourri mixes to add natural fragrance to rooms.
- Natural Insect Repellent: Some rose varieties have a scent that repels certain insects, and their petals can be used in natural repellent mixtures.
- Botanical Art Material: The vibrant petals can be used in art projects, pressed flower crafts, or to create botanical prints.
- Culinary Garnish: Edible rose petals can be used to decorate cakes and desserts, adding a touch of elegance and a hint of flavor to culinary creations.
- Greeting Card Embellishments: Pressed rose petals can be used to decorate handmade paper or greeting cards, creating a unique and personal touch.
- Floral Sachets: The petals and buds can be used to fill sachets, imparting a natural rose scent to linens and clothing when placed in drawers or closets.

Interesting Facts

Feng Shui
The English Rose is not used in Feng Shui practice.
Zodiac Sign Compitability
The English Rose is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism
- Love: The rose is universally recognized as a symbol of love, affection, and romance. Its beauty and fragrance often represent the intensity and passion of love.
- Beauty: Roses are commonly associated with beauty due to their elegant appearance and are often given as a gesture of admiration.
- Mystery: Unique varieties of roses, like the Rosa Crocus Rose, can also represent mystery or something to be revealed because of its distinctive traits.
- Honor: Giving a rose can be a way to show respect and honor someone's achievements or virtues.
- Devotion: Roses often imply a deep devotion and loyalty, making them perfect for expressing heartfelt sentiments.
- Secrecy: In some historical contexts, roses have symbolized secrecy, with the term "sub rosa" (under the rose) indicating a confidential or private matter.
- Balance: The symmetry of rose blossoms might signify balance, suggesting the harmony of its beauty with nature.

💧

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

☀️

2500 - 10000 Lux

Light

💦️

Humidity

🪴

Every 2-3 years

Repotting

🌱️

Spring to Summer

Propogation

✂️️

As needed

Pruning

Water
The English Shrub Rose should be watered deeply and less frequently to encourage deep root growth, generally requiring about 1 to 2 gallons per plant per week during the growing season. Watering should be adjusted based on weather conditions: increase during hot, dry spells, and reduce during cooler, wet periods. It’s best to water directly at the base of the plant, early in the morning, to allow foliage to dry out during the day and avoid disease. In the winter or during periods of rainfall, watering may not be necessary.
Light
The English Shrub Rose thrives in a position that receives full sunlight, for at least 6 to 8 hours a day. Ideally, plant it in a spot that is sheltered from strong winds but has ample sunlight to promote healthy growth and abundant blooming. Avoid excessively shaded areas, as too little light can result in fewer blooms and a susceptibility to pests and diseases.
Temperature
English Shrub Roses prefer a temperate climate and can survive in temperatures ranging from approximately 32°F to 90°F. Ideal growing conditions are between 65°F and 75°F. Extreme temperatures below freezing or above 90°F can stress the plant, so it's important to provide protection during harsh winter frosts or intense summer heat.
Pruning
Prune English Shrub Roses in late winter or early spring to maintain their shape, remove dead or diseased wood, and promote vigorous growth. Pruning is also essential to encourage a bountiful display of flowers. The best time to prune is when the forsythia blooms, as roses respond well to pruning at this time just before they start their active growth.
Cleaning
As needed
Soil
The Crocus Rose thrives in well-draining soil with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0. A mix of loam, peat, and sharp sand with organic compost is ideal.
Repotting
Crocus Roses, being garden plants, do not typically require repotting. Plant them in the garden where they can grow without the need for repotting.
Humidity & Misting
Crocus Roses prefer outdoor conditions with natural humidity levels; they do not require specific humidity adjustments.
Suitable locations
- Indoor
  Ensure bright light, occasional water, and good air circulation.
- Outdoor
  Plant in sunny spot, well-draining soil, and protect from strong winds.
- Hardiness zone
  5-9 USDA
Life cycle
The Crocus Rose, a variety of Rosa, begins life as a dormant, bare-root plant or as a potted seedling. Upon planting, it enters a vegetative growth phase, producing stems, leaves, and thorny branches. With adequate water, sunlight, and nutrients, it will develop buds that blossom into fragrant flowers, typically in late spring to early summer. After pollination, flowers may produce rose hips, which contain seeds for the next generation. In fall, the plant prepares for dormancy, dropping leaves and slowing growth as temperatures drop. During winter, the Crocus Rose remains dormant, conserving energy to restart the cycle in spring.
Propogation
- Propogation time
  Spring to Summer
- Propogation: The Rosa 'Ausquest', commonly known as Crocus Rose, can be effectively propagated using softwood cuttings, a method that's quite popular among rose growers. The best time to take cuttings for this method is late spring to early summer when the plant's new growth is still flexible but mature enough. To propagate the Crocus Rose using softwood cuttings, a gardener would cut a 6 to 8-inch (15-20 cm) long stem from a healthy parent plant that has a couple of leaves attached and at least one node, which is the point on the stem where leaves emerge. This cutting is then stripped of its lower leaves, and the cut end is dipped in a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining soil mix. It's crucial to maintain humidity around the cutting, often by placing a plastic cover over it and keeping the soil consistently moist without becoming waterlogged. With proper care, roots should begin to form within several weeks, at which point the new Crocus Rose plantlet can eventually be transplanted into the garden or a larger pot for further growth.