Flower Carpet Rose Rosa Flower Carpet Sunshine = 'Noason' (PBR) (GC)
ABOUT
The Rosa Flower Carpet Sunshine, commonly known as the Flower Carpet Rose, is visually striking, mainly due to its vibrantly colored blooms. The flowers are a sunny, warm yellow, creating a cheerful and inviting appearance. Petals are arranged in a classic rose shape, densely packed and overlapping in multiple layers. These roses bloom profusely, covering the plant in a carpet-like effect, which is where the name "Flower Carpet" derives. The foliage is glossy and dark green, providing a lush background that makes the yellow flowers stand out even more. This flowering plant will often showcase its blooms from late spring until the first frost, offering a long-lasting display. The overall appearance exudes a sense of vitality and can add a bright spot of color to any garden space.
About this plant
- Names
Synonyms
Flower Carpet Sunshine Rose, Ground Cover Rose.
Common names
Rosa 'Noason', Rosa 'Flower Carpet Sunshine'
- Toxicity
To humans
The Rosa 'Flower Carpet Sunshine', commonly referred to as Rose, is not known to be toxic to humans. Roses are generally considered safe and non-toxic. Therefore, accidental ingestion of rose petals or leaves is not expected to cause poisoning in humans. However, it's important to note that the thorns on roses can cause physical injury if handled improperly.
To pets
The Rose, including the variety 'Flower Carpet Sunshine', is generally considered non-toxic to pets such as dogs and cats. Ingestion of rose petals or leaves is not typically harmful, and poisoning from eating rose parts is rare. However, as with humans, the thorns can cause injury to pets if they try to chew on the stems.
- Characteristics
Life cycle
Perennials
Foliage type
Deciduous
Color of leaves
Green
Flower color
Yellow
Height
2 feet [60 cm]
Spread
2 feet 4 inches [70 cm]
Plant type
Shrub
Hardiness zones
5
Native area
Cultivar
Benefits
- General Benefits
- Low Maintenance: The Rosa Flower Carpet Sunshine is known for being easy to care for, requiring minimal pruning and upkeep.
- Disease Resistance: This variety has been bred for resistance to common rose diseases, reducing the need for chemical treatments.
- Drought Tolerance: Once established, it can withstand periods of low water, making it suitable for drier climates or water-wise gardens.
- Continuous Blooming: This rose is capable of blooming from late spring to first frost, offering extended visual appeal.
- Ground Cover: Its dense and spreading growth habit makes it an excellent option for covering large areas and suppressing weeds.
- Vibrant Color: Its bright yellow flowers provide a vibrant pop of color in the garden, enhancing the overall landscape design.
- Pollinator Friendly: The flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects, contributing to the health of the local ecosystem.
- 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
- Flower Carpets as Natural Dyes: Petals of Rosa Flower Carpet Sunshine can be used to create natural dyes for fabrics, offering a sustainable way to color textiles with a yellow hue.
- Culinary Decoration: The petals of Rosa Flower Carpet Sunshine can be crystallized with egg whites and sugar to serve as edible decorations for desserts.
- Flower Petal Confetti: Dried petals of Rosa Flower Carpet Sunshine can be used as biodegradable confetti for weddings and celebrations, adding a splash of color without harming the environment.
- Bath Bombs and Soaks: Petals can be incorporated into homemade bath bombs and soaks to provide a luxurious bathing experience with a gentle, floral fragrance.
- Petal Paper: Petals can be included in the paper-making process to create unique, textured paper with flecks of Rosa Flower Carpet Sunshine's yellow tones.
- Floral Sachets: Dried petals can be used to make fragrant sachets that freshen up drawers and closets with their natural scent.
- Aroma Therapy: The softly fragrant petals can be used as a part of aromatherapy practices by placing them in a bowl of warm water to release the fragrance into a room.
- Plant-based Ink: Crushed petals can be turned into a natural, plant-based ink for art projects, offering an eco-friendly alternative to chemical inks.
- Natural Potpourri: Dried Rosa Flower Carpet Sunshine petals can be mixed with other herbs and spices to create a natural potpourri that adds fragrance to living spaces.
- Creative Crafts: Children can use the petals for arts and crafts, such as making collages or decorating homemade greeting cards.
Interesting Facts
- Feng Shui
The flower carpet rose is not used in Feng Shui practice.
- Zodiac Sign Compitability
The flower carpet rose is not used in astrology practice.
- Plant Symbolism
- Love: As a type of rose, the Flower Carpet Sunshine Rose is traditionally symbolic of love and romance. Roses have been associated with these emotions for centuries across various cultures.
- Friendship: The sunny, yellow color of this rose suggests warmth and friendship, making it a symbol of positive and platonic relationships.
- Optimism: Yellow is often connected to happiness, cheerfulness, and optimism, and the Flower Carpet Sunshine Rose can represent a positive outlook on life.
- Caring: Gifting this rose may indicate care and thoughtfulness, as roses often symbolize that the giver deeply cares for the receiver.
- Joy: The vibrant yellow petals of the Flower Carpet Sunshine Rose can evoke feelings of pure joy and delight.
- Water
Flower Carpet roses, including the variety Sunshine, should be watered deeply once a week, with adjustments for rainfall and temperature. Ensure the plant receives at least 1 gallon of water during each watering session. During hot, dry periods, increase waterings to twice a week. This deep watering method encourages a strong root system. It is important not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot and other moisture-related diseases.
- Light
Flower Carpet roses, such as Sunshine, thrive in full sun, needing at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. The ideal spot is one where the morning sun dries dew quickly from the leaves, reducing disease risk. They can tolerate some light shade, especially in hotter climates, but too much shade reduces blooming and may lead to weakened plants.
- Temperature
Flower Carpet roses like Sunshine prefer temperatures between 60°F and 75°F but can tolerate extremes from just above freezing to around 90°F. During winter, they can survive short periods of colder weather but should be protected if temperatures consistently drop below 20°F. In hotter climates, providing some afternoon shade can help to mitigate the heat stress on the plants.
- Pruning
Prune Flower Carpet roses like Sunshine to shape the plant, remove dead wood, and encourage healthy growth. The best time to prune is late winter or early spring before new growth begins. It's typically recommended to prune them back by about one-third of their size. Remove any dead, diseased, or crossing branches during the growing season, as needed, to maintain plant health and appearance.
- Cleaning
As needed
- Soil
The best soil mix for the Flower Carpet Rose should be well-draining with a mixture of loam, sand, and organic matter like compost. The pH suitable for this plant ranges from 6.0 to 7.0, slightly acidic to neutral.
- Repotting
Flower Carpet Roses, being shrubs, are not commonly repotted. They should be planted in ground or large containers that accommodate their growth, only repotting if outgrown or showing signs of poor health.
- Humidity & Misting
The Flower Carpet Rose thrives best in average outdoor humidity levels. It does not require specific humidity conditions within a normal garden range.
- Suitable locations
Indoor
Place in bright light, avoid overwatering, and ensure good air circulation.
Outdoor
Full sun, well-draining soil, water deeply; prune in late winter.
Hardiness zone
5-11 USDA
- Life cycle
The Rosa Flower Carpet Sunshine, commonly known as the Flower Carpet Rose, begins its life as a dormant bare-root plant or potted juvenile. After planting, it enters a vegetative stage where it develops a robust root system and foliage through springtime. As temperatures warm, it advances to the flowering stage in late spring to summer, producing vibrant yellow blooms prolifically until fall; during this period, it also undergoes pollination, often with the help of insects. Following pollination, it may produce hips (fruit) containing seeds, although many cultivars are bred for reduced hip production to enhance flowering. As temperatures drop in autumn, the plant enters a period of dormancy where growth slows down and it may lose leaves in preparation for winter. With the return of spring, the cycle repeats, with the rosebush growing larger and more prolific each year.
- Propogation
Propogation time
Spring-Early Summer
The Rosa Flower Carpet Sunshine, commonly referred to as simply Flower Carpet Rose, is most commonly propagated through semi-hardwood cuttings. This method involves taking cuttings from the rose bush that are partially matured, often taken in late summer to early autumn. Cuttings should be about 4 to 6 inches (approximately 10 to 15 centimeters) long, with several sets of leaves. They are then trimmed just below a leaf node and the lower leaves are removed. To encourage rooting, the cut end is often dipped in rooting hormone before being placed in a well-draining soil mix. The cutting must be kept moist until roots have developed, which typically takes a few weeks. After rooting, the new plants can be gradually acclimated to outside conditions and planted into the garden.