Crown Princess Margareta Rose Rosa Crown Princess Margareta = 'Auswinter' (PBR) (Cl)

Water

For the climbing rose 'Crown Princess Margareta', it is recommended to deeply water the plant about once a week, ensuring that it receives at least one inch of water during this period. During hot and dry spells, frequency should be increased to twice a week. It's crucial to avoid overhead watering to prevent disease; instead, water at the base of the plant. A good method is to use a soaker hose or drip irrigation system, which will deliver water directly to the roots. It's important to adjust the amount based on weather conditions and to ensure that the soil around the plant is well-drained to prevent waterlogging.

Light

Climbing rose 'Crown Princess Margareta' prefers to be grown in full sun conditions for optimal bloom production and plant health. The best spot for this rose would be in a garden area that receives at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. Avoid overly shaded areas, as insufficient light can lead to fewer blooms and an increased susceptibility to disease.

Temperature

Climbing rose 'Crown Princess Margareta' thrives in a range of temperatures but prefers a moderate climate. The ideal temperature range for this rose is between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. It can survive minimum temperatures down to about 20 degrees Fahrenheit but will require protection from extreme cold. During hot weather, ensure adequate watering to help the plant cope with temperatures exceeding 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

Pruning

Pruning climbing rose 'Crown Princess Margareta' encourages healthy growth and abundant flowering. Prune in late winter or early spring, removing dead, damaged, or diseased wood, and to shape the plant. Pruning is also the time to remove older canes to promote new growth. The best time to prune is when new buds begin to swell on the canes, typically when temperatures are consistently above freezing.

Cleaning

As needed

Soil

Crown Princess Margareta rose thrives best in well-drained loamy soil with organic matter, such as compost or aged manure. The pH should be slightly acidic to neutral, ranging from 6.0 to 7.0, for optimal growth and flower production.

Repotting

Crown Princess Margareta rose, being a climbing variety, is often planted directly in the ground and does not typically require repotting. If grown in a container, repotting should be done every 2-3 years to refresh the soil.

Humidity & Misting

Crown Princess Margareta rose does not have specific humidity requirements; it is more important to focus on proper watering practices and ensuring good air circulation around the plant to prevent fungal diseases.

Suitable locations

• Indoor

  Not suitable for indoor growing; needs full sun.

• Outdoor

  Plant in full sun, provide support for climbing, water deeply.

• Hardiness zone

  5-9 USDA

Life cycle

The life of the Crown Princess Margareta Rose ('Auswinter') begins with seed germination, though commercially, it is more commonly propagated through cuttings. After rooting, the young plants enter a vegetative stage, during which leaves, stems, and roots develop. With proper care, the plant will reach maturity and start to produce buds that eventually open into large, fragrant, apricot-orange flowers, typically from late spring or early summer and continuing through the fall. After blooming, the flowers may develop into hips (seed pods) if not deadheaded. As a perennial, the Crown Princess Margareta Rose will undergo a period of dormancy in winter, where growth slows and the plant conserves energy. With the return of warmer weather in spring, the rose begins a new cycle of growth, producing fresh foliage and preparing for another season of blooms.

Propogation

• Propogation time

  Spring-Early Summer

• Rosa 'Crown Princess Margareta' is commonly propagated through hardwood cuttings, a method that is typically performed during the dormant season, which is late fall to winter. To propagate, one selects several healthy, pencil-thick stems from the current or previous year's growth and cuts them into lengths of about 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 centimeters), making sure each cutting has several nodes. The lower end of the cutting is dipped in rooting hormone to encourage root development and then the cuttings are inserted into a well-draining propagation medium, such as a mix of sand and peat or perlite, leaving a few nodes above the surface. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a cool location out of direct sunlight to avoid drying out. Roots typically develop within a few weeks to a few months, after which the new plants can be gradually acclimatized to outdoor conditions and planted in their permanent locations.