Bonica Rose 3 Gallon

Bonica Rose (Rosa ‘Bonica’) Bonica Rose (Rosa ‘Bonica’) is a versatile, floriferous shrub rose known for its continuous pink blooms, compact form, and reliable performance in a wide range of climates. Also known as Bonica 82, this award-winning rose brings soft, romantic color to borders, foundations, and mass plantings with minimal maintenance. Distinctive Features Bonica forms a rounded, bushy shrub 3 to 5 feet tall and wide, covered from late spring through frost in clusters of soft pink, semi-double blooms. The flowers are lightly fragrant and self-cleaning, often followed by decorative orange hips in late summer. Its medium green foliage is disease-resistant and holds well into fall, contributing to its extended garden presence. Growing Conditions Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade Soil Type: Well-drained loamy or sandy soil Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral Water Needs: Moderate; regular watering during dry spells USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9 Ideal Uses Focal point in cottage or foundation gardens Mass plantings for soft, continuous color Mixed borders with perennials and shrubs Low informal hedging or walkway edging Urban landscapes needing resilient shrubs Low Maintenance Care Prune in early spring to shape and encourage flowering Deadheading not required; blooms are self-cleaning Apply mulch to retain moisture and reduce weeds Fertilize in early spring and midsummer for best bloom production Watch for aphids or black spot; typically very resistant Why Choose Bonica Rose Continuous pink blooms from spring to frost Compact, rounded habit ideal for many settings High disease resistance and low upkeep Decorative hips add fall and winter interest A reliable, long-season focal point in both formal and informal gardens Bonica Rose offers dependable performance, romantic color, and easy caremaking it a go-to focal point for long-lasting charm in landscapes of any scale.