Rosa tunoniensis Plant Care
Rosa tunoniensis Déségl.
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Rosa sherardii, the northern downy rose or Sherard's downy-rose, is a species of flowering plant in the family Rosaceae. A shrub reaching 2 m (7 ft), it is native to cooler parts of Europe, and has been introduced to the US state of Vermont.
Every 4–7 days
Bright indirect
60–75°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Rosa tunoniensis?
Water Rosa tunoniensis 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 Rosa tunoniensis Native To?
- Albania
- Austria
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- Serbia
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- The Netherlands
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
- United States
What Is the Rosa tunoniensis?
Rosa tunoniensis (Rosa tunoniensis) belongs to the Rosaceae family within the Rosa genus. Rosa tunoniensis is native to cooler parts of Europe, and has been introduced to the US state of Vermont.
Rosa tunoniensis displays a climbing, vining growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 4 ft.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Rosa tunoniensis?
Rosa tunoniensis 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 Rosa tunoniensis Need?
Rosa tunoniensis thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Rosa tunoniensis in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Rosa tunoniensis Prefer?
Rosa tunoniensis grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Rosa tunoniensis prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Rosa tunoniensis?
Well-draining mix with perlite and peat. Good drainage is essential for Rosa tunoniensis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Rosa tunoniensis?
Feed Rosa tunoniensis 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
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How Do You Propagate a Rosa tunoniensis?
Rosa tunoniensis 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 Rosa tunoniensis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Rosa tunoniensis, 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 Rosa tunoniensis?
Rosa tunoniensis 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 Rosa tunoniensis Need?
Rosa tunoniensis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Rosa tunoniensis is native to cooler parts of Europe, and has been introduced to the US state of Vermont. In cooler regions, grow Rosa tunoniensis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Rosa tunoniensis 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.
Rosa tunoniensis 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 tunoniensis Déségl., family Rosaceae (first published in Billotia i. (1864) 46.) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Rosa tunoniensis, 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.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- 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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