English Rose Rosa Saint Ethelburga = 'Beabimbo' (S)

Water

Roses, including the variety known as 'Beabimbo' or Rosa Saint Ethelburga, should be watered deeply but infrequently, ensuring the soil is moist but not waterlogged. During the growing season, watering once a week with approximately 1 to 2 gallons of water per plant is usually sufficient, depending on the weather and soil conditions. During hot, dry spells, water twice a week, but reduce frequency in cooler or rainy periods. Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases and water early in the day to allow foliage to dry out.

Light

Roses require full sun, so the 'Beabimbo' rose should be planted in a spot that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. The best spot for this rose would be in an area with morning sun and some afternoon shade in hotter climates, to prevent the blooms from fading quickly. Avoid shaded areas as they can lead to poor blooming and increase the risk of disease.

Temperature

The 'Beabimbo' rose thrives in temperate conditions and prefers a range of temperatures from 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. They can endure brief periods of cold down to 20 degrees Fahrenheit and can tolerate heat as long as they are well-watered. Ideal growing conditions include nights that are cool and days that are warm, which help promote flower formation.

Pruning

Pruning 'Beabimbo' roses encourages healthy growth and blooming. Prune in the late winter or early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and thinning the plant to allow air circulation. Cut back the remaining canes by about one-third to one-half to a strong outward-facing bud. The best time for pruning is when the forsythia blooms or, in areas without forsythia, when the buds on the roses start to swell.

Cleaning

As needed

Soil

The best soil mix for roses, like the variety Rosa 'Saint Ethelburga' ('Beabimbo'), is well-draining loam enriched with organic matter such as compost or well-rotted manure. A pH between 6.0 and 6.5 is ideal for this plant to thrive, as it promotes optimal nutrient uptake.

Repotting

Roses typically do not require frequent repotting and generally thrive when left undisturbed. Rosa 'Saint Ethelburga' ('Beabimbo') should only be repotted if showing signs of distress or outgrowing its current space, which is rare for established outdoor plants.

Humidity & Misting

Roses like Rosa 'Saint Ethelburga' ('Beabimbo') prefer average outdoor humidity levels. Since they are not humidity-sensitive, normal outdoor conditions with natural airflow are typically adequate, without the need for specific humidity adjustments.

Suitable locations

• Indoor

  Place in bright light, ensure good air circulation.

• Outdoor

  Full sun, amend soil, water deeply, prune regularly.

• Hardiness zone

  5-9 USDA

Life cycle

The life cycle of Rosa 'Beabimbo', commonly known as Saint Ethelburga rose, begins with seed germination, initiated by the presence of warmth, moisture, and light, although cultivars are often propagated via cuttings or grafting. Following germination or root development from cuttings, the seedling or young plant enters a vigorous vegetative growth stage, producing foliage and establishing a strong root system. As the plant matures, it undergoes a phase of bud development, signaled by the formation of tight, green buds that will eventually bloom. The blooms, showcasing the rose's characteristic flowers, represent the reproductive stage, attracting pollinators for sexual reproduction or being manually pollinated to maintain specific hybrid qualities. Once pollination occurs, the flowers develop into fruit, called hips, containing seeds that can be dispersed to produce new plants, although hybrid roses like 'Beabimbo' are typically reproduced vegetatively. Finally, the plant enters a period of dormancy in colder climates, marked by the shedding of leaves and a temporary halt to active growth, which is broken when favorable conditions return in spring.

Propogation

• Propogation time

  Spring to Summer

• Propogation: Rosa Saint Ethelburga, also known as a type of rose, is most commonly propagated through the method of softwood cuttings. This approach is typically best performed in late spring or early summer, when the plant's new growth is still tender but mature enough to handle cutting and rooting. A gardener would select a healthy, disease-free stem with at least three sets of leaves, cut it at a 45-degree angle below the leaf node, which is about 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 centimeters) long, and remove the leaves from the lower half of the cutting. The cut end is then dipped in a rooting hormone to promote root development and placed in a well-draining potting mix or directly in the ground in a spot with indirect light. The environment must be kept humid, which is frequently achieved by tenting a clear plastic bag over the cutting or using a propagation case, and the soil must remain moist but not waterlogged. Roots typically develop within a few weeks to a couple of months, after which the new rose plant can be gradually acclimated to less humid conditions and eventually transplanted to its final location.