Mona Lisa- Japan

Mona Lisa Rose Overview
Summary:
Mona Lisa is a shrub rose suitable for garden use and as a cut flower. Its blossoms combine a classic and cupping flower shape and feature a strong, myrrh-like fragrance. It has slender yet vigorous canes, shiny foliage with excellent disease resistance, and performs well with proper care.
 
Details:
English Name: Mona Lisa
Height: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Characteristics: Upright, medium-sized shrub
Bloom Form: Fully double, mix of classical and cupping shape
Bloom Color: Pink
Fragrance: Strong, myrrh-like aroma
Blooming Period: Repeated flushes throughout multiple seasons
Bloom Diameter: 8 cm (3 in)
Flowering Habit: Prolific
Disease Resistance: Strong
Cold Hardiness: Undetermined
Heat Tolerance: Unknown
Origin: Japan
Breeder: Unknown
Year of Development: Unknown
 
Advantages:
Prolific Bloomer: Consistently produces blooms with adequate care and nutrition.
Adaptable Growth: Can be grown as a small shrub (40–90 cm/1.3–3 ft) or as a taller bush in-ground (~1.5 m/5 ft).
Elegant and Fragrant Flowers: The soft pink blossoms offer visual appeal and a captivating fragrance, making them ideal for cutting.
Low Maintenance: Shiny, disease-resistant foliage and moderate height make it easy to grow in various conditions.
 
Considerations:
Slow Growth: Mona Lisa has a slower growth rate and may take longer to establish than other roses.
Cold Sensitivity: Buds may take longer to open in cooler weather.
Best Practices:
For containers, ensure adequate space.
For garden use, it makes an excellent choice for hedges, mixed borders, or as a focal shrub.
Mona Lisa is a delightful addition for rose enthusiasts seeking beauty, fragrance, and versatility.