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Evergreen Rose Plant Care
Rosa sempervirens L.
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This plant is characterized by its glossy, evergreen leaves that add year-round interest to any garden. Originating from the Mediterranean region, Rosa sempervirens is highly sought after by plant collectors for its delicate white flowers and attractive foliage. Its ability to thrive in a variety of climates makes it a versatile and desirable addition to any collection.
Every 4–7 days
Bright indirect
60–75°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Evergreen Rose?
Water Evergreen Rose every 4–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 4 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Evergreen Rose Native To?
What Is the Evergreen Rose?
Evergreen Rose (Rosa sempervirens) belongs to the Rosaceae family within the Rosa genus. Evergreen Rose is native to the Mediterranean. Evergreen Rose is also known as Perennial Rose.
Evergreen Rose displays a climbing, vining growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 4 ft. Evergreen Rose produces the flowers of "rosa sempervirens" are small, white, and fragrant..
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Evergreen Rose?
Rosa sempervirens requires watering every 4–7 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 4–7 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Evergreen Rose Need?
Evergreen Rose thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Evergreen Rose in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Evergreen Rose Prefer?
Rosa sempervirens grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Evergreen Rose prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Evergreen Rose?
Well-draining mix with perlite and peat. Good drainage is essential for Evergreen Rose to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Evergreen Rose?
Feed Evergreen Rose every 4 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 4 months
During the growing season
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a Evergreen Rose?
"Rosa sempervirens" should be repotted every 2-3 years in early spring.. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Evergreen Rose?
Evergreen Rose can be propagated through stem cuttings or division. Similar propagation techniques also apply to rose bush plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Evergreen Rose Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Evergreen Rose, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Evergreen Rose?
Evergreen Rose is susceptible to mealybugs, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Evergreen Rose Need?
Evergreen Rose grows outdoors in USDA Zone 5a – 9b. It survives winters down to planting zone 5a. Evergreen Rose is native to the Mediterranean.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5a – 9b
Keep exploring plants
Evergreen Rose is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Rosa genus — compare its care with other Rosa species on PlantoScan.
Rosa is part of the Rosaceae plant family — browse all Rosaceae genera and species.
Evergreen Rose thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Rosa Species
Other Rosa species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Rosa sempervirens L., family Rosaceae (first published in Sp. Pl. : 492 (1753)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Evergreen Rose, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: AI-generated illustration (labelled on the image).
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 5a – 9b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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