Family Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee) Genus Rosa (RO-zuh) Cultivar Martha Gonzalez Cultivar Information Registered or Introduced in 1984
Class China - Single Bloom Height 2-5 ft. Spacing 2-3 ft. Sun Exposure Bloom Color Medium Red Bloom Time Blooms Repeatedly Foliage Moderately Thorny Shrub
Hardiness Zone 7a to 0 F Zone 7b to 5 F Zone 8a to 10 F Zone 8b to 15 F
Zone 9a to 20 F Zone 9b to 25 F
Soil pH Requirements 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic) 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Water Requirements Drought tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Pruning Instructions Prune by 1/3 in winter if desired Blooms on new wood; prune early to promote new growth
Propagation Methods Unknown
Patent Information Not patented
Other Details Resistant to black spots, mildew, and rust Upright growth habit Flowers are slightly fragrant
Freezing Temps by Year: 2009-2010 Year: Freezing temps 12/09 & 01/10 * moderate winter 2010-2011 Year: Freezing temps 01/11 & 02/11 * moderate winter 2011/2012 Year: Freezing temps 12/11 & 01/12 * mild winter 2012/2013 Year: Freezing temps 12/12 & 01/13 * very mild winter
