Bonica

Rosa "Bonica"

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Bees

Bumblebees Attracts butterflies

Butterflies

About

Pink shrub rose by Meilland 1981. First shrub rose to win AARS. Extremely disease-resistant. Excellent for hedging.

Pests & beneficial insects

🐛 Prone to: Aphids, Thrips.

Attract Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybirds, Parasitic wasps, Minute pirate bugs to keep them in check — plant African Marigold, Angelica and Anise nearby.

Sun: Full Sun
Water: Medium
Spacing

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Soil notes

Adaptable — tolerates most soils

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