Green rose

Green roses (Rosa Chinensis Viridiflora) are indeed green. However, they do not resemble ordinary roses when in full bloom. They do, however, have petals like ordinary roses, classified as 'the green rose'. The Rosa Chinensis Viridiflora dates from the mid 17th century and has been cultivated since the 18th century.

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Some interesting facts about Rosa chinensis viridiflora

In fact, during evolution, modified leaves have turned into flowers. We enjoy their beauty and fragrance, which they have given us since nature developed them. Although this green rose looks like a type of weed, it keeps gluttonous insects and birds at bay. Another interesting fact about this green rose is that it is actually asexual which means it cannot reproduce with regular pollination like other roses do. They cannot be hybridized. For those who are thinking about planting this rose there is another useful and interesting fact, and that is that they can withstand drought, hot summers, cold and harsh winters.

If you are wondering where you can find this green rose, then read below

This green rose can be found from these suppliers. There is also a regular version of it, with regular petals called Green Ice. This is a rose with greenish petals that turn a deeper green color once grown in a shady environment. So there you got it: two types of green roses that you can grow yourself at will.

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Some tips about planting Rosa viridiflora

Fertilize the soil in the spring with an organic fertilizer. Dig a hole about 15 to 18 inches or 35 to 45 cm deep. If you bought your rose in a stick, carefully remove from the pot and loosen the roots so they can easily find their way once in the ground. If you have your bare-root roses, unfold the roots, and check them. Carefully cut off any roots that are broken or soft. Soak the roots for about 12 hours before planting to prevent them from drying out. Dead branches should be pruned and you can grow your green rose as high as you want. Plant your roses in the spring, as soon as the winter months are over. The best temperature for planting roses is therefore between 4 to 16 garden Celcius (40 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit). This way, your rose will withstand hot summers and grow strong roots. And lastly, make sure to water them every other day.