Rose Rosa Macmillan Nurse = 'Beamac' (S)

Water

Roses need regular watering, especially during dry periods. For optimal health, provide them with about 1 inch of water per week, which is equivalent to about 0.6 gallons per square yard. The best method of watering roses is to use a soaker hose or drip irrigation, which delivers water directly to the base of the plant, minimizes moisture on the leaves, and helps prevent diseases. During the hottest parts of summer, they may require additional water, but always check the soil moisture before watering to avoid overwatering. It's important to water in the morning to allow any water on the leaves to evaporate during the day.

Light

Roses thrive in a location that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. The best spot for planting roses would be an area with clear exposure to the morning sun, which is less intense and helps dry the dew on the leaves, reducing the risk of fungal diseases. Partial shade in the afternoon can be beneficial in hotter climates to prevent overheating and sunburn of the flowers and foliage.

Temperature

The ideal growing temperatures for roses are between 65°F and 75°F during daytime hours. Roses can survive in temperatures as low as 32°F but should be protected from frost to prevent damage to the blooms and canes. During winter dormancy, roses can tolerate colder temperatures down to around 20°F, but prolonged exposure to extreme cold without protective mulching or covering can be harmful to the plants.

Pruning

Pruning roses is essential to promote vigorous growth, improve air circulation, and encourage blooming. Prune in late winter or early spring when buds start to swell but before they have opened. Remove dead, diseased, or weak canes, and cut back about one-third of the previous year's growth to a bud that faces outward from the center of the plant. Deadheading, or removing spent flowers, should be done regularly throughout the blooming season to encourage repeat flowering.

Cleaning

As needed

Soil

The best soil mix for a hybrid tea rose, which is the category Rosa Macmillan Nurse ('Beamac') falls into, should be rich in organic matter, well-draining, and have a slightly acidic to neutral pH of 6.0 to 7.0. A mix consisting of loam, compost, and well-rotted manure, supplemented with bone meal for phosphorus, would be ideal.

Repotting

Hybrid tea roses like Rosa Macmillan Nurse ('Beamac') do not need to be repotted often as they are typically planted in the ground. If grown in containers, repotting should be done every 2 to 3 years to refresh the soil and accommodate root growth.

Humidity & Misting

The best humidity level for a hybrid tea rose is moderate to high, but with good airflow to prevent fungal diseases. Rosa Macmillan Nurse ('Beamac') will thrive with humidity levels around 60-70%, which mirrors conditions in many outdoor environments.

Suitable locations

• Indoor

  Provide bright light, well-draining soil, and maintain airflow for the rose.

• Outdoor

  Plant in full sun, well-draining soil, water deeply, and provide mulch.

• Hardiness zone

  5-9 USDA

Life cycle

The life of the Macmillan Nurse rose, commonly known as Rosa 'Beamac', begins with seed germination, which occurs in spring under suitable environmental conditions. Following germination, the seedling emerges and establishes its root system and initial leaves. As it matures into a young plant, the rose develops woody stems, compound leaves, and thorns, entering a vegetative state. In late spring to summer, the rose progresses to the flowering stage, producing fragrant pink blooms that attract pollinators. After pollination, the flowers form fruit called hips, which contain seeds for the next generation, completing the reproductive cycle. In fall to winter, the plant may enter a period of dormancy, conserving energy for the next growing season.

Propogation

• Propogation time

  Spring-Early Summer

• Rosa Macmillan Nurse, commonly known as the 'Beamac' rose, is often propagated through the method of semi-hardwood cuttings. This popular approach is usually undertaken during the summer months when the current year's growth has begun to mature but is not fully hardened. To propagate by cuttings, one would take a healthy stem about 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 cm) long, ensuring that there are at least two to three sets of leaves. The lower leaves are removed, and the cut end is dipped in rooting hormone to encourage root development. The prepared cutting is then placed in a potting mix that is kept moist but not saturated within an environment that maintains high humidity. Roots typically develop within several weeks to a few months, after which the new plants can be gradually acclimatized to outdoor conditions and then transplanted to their final location in the garden.