Description
Rosa ‘Dawn Chorus’ is a beautiful, bushy shrub that can grow up to 75cm in height. Its dark green foliage is tinged with red, adding depth and interest to the plant. This variety produces stunning, slightly scented, deep orange double flowers that measure 9cm across, blooming from summer through to autumn.
For a stunning garden display, try pairing ‘Dawn Chorus’ with other orange-flowered plants such as Helenium ‘Sahin’s Early Flowerer’, Kniphofia ‘Vanilla Orange Popsicle’ or Hemerocallis ‘Tiger Swirl’. Alternatively, pair it with plants with contrasting colours such as Salvia ‘Caradonna’ or Echinacea.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Dawn Chorus Rose
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Rosa ‘Dawn Chorus’ can grow to a height of 0.9m and a spread of 0.9m.
- Did You Know That:Roses have been cultivated for thousands of years and are one of the oldest flowers in the world?
Plant Calendar
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Rosa ‘Dawn Chorus’ prefers moist but well-draining soil. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
Best Position
Rosa ‘Dawn Chorus’ prefers a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
Maintenance
Rosa ‘Dawn Chorus’ should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Begin by removing any dead, damaged, or diseased wood from the plant, making sure to sterilize your pruning shears between cuts to prevent the spread of disease. Next, cut back any old wood to encourage the growth of new shoots, cutting back to a healthy bud or lateral branch. Remove any weak or spindly growth that won’t produce good blooms, focusing on leaving strong, healthy shoots that will produce plenty of flowers. Finally, shape the plant by cutting back any overly long or unruly shoots, creating a more compact, attractive plant. By following these steps, you can keep your shrub roses healthy and blooming beautifully year after year.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Rosa ‘Dawn Chorus’ can have problems with aphids, leafhoppers, and scale insects , it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as black spot, rust and powdery mildews. It is also known to attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators. It is not considered to be toxic.
