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China Rose

Rosa Chinensis 'Mutabilis'

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Overview

Rosa chinensis 'Mutabilis', commonly known as China Rose, is a timeless shrub renowned for its single-petaled flowers that morph from yellow to pink to crimson, emulating fluttering butterflies. This hardy, repeat bloomer reaches up to 6 feet in height and 4 feet in width. Perfect for zones 6-9, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, providing a picturesque, ever-changing display from spring until the first frost.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 6–11Type ShrubClimate Temperate
China Rose (Rosa Chinensis 'Mutabilis') — This rose variety is appreciated for its relative disease resistance

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
6–11

Shape & size

Mature height
3–6 Ft.
Mature width
3–5 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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China Rose (Rosa Chinensis 'Mutabilis') — shift to a rich pink as they mature
China Rose (Rosa Chinensis 'Mutabilis') — it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil

Photograph: Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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