Botanical profile

English rose 'Tottering by Gently'

Latin name
Rosa 'Tottering by Gently'
Common name
English rose 'Tottering by Gently'
Type
Flowering shrub
Family
Rosaceae

'Tottering by Gently' is an English country-style rose, producing large clusters of single, soft yellow flowers reminiscent of rosehips. Its natural charm and abundant flowering make it an excellent choice for casual gardens. It forms a light, open shrub, reaching 110 to 130 cm. Its healthy foliage and high disease tolerance make it an easy-care rose and a favorite with pollinators.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Full sun or at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.
Watering
Very drought tolerant once established. Regular watering only the first year or during severe droughts.
Fertilization
Fertilize in spring with a rose or flowering plant fertilizer. Repeat every 4 to 6 weeks until mid-August. Do not fertilize after this time to allow the plant to fully enter dormancy.
Soil type
Rich, well-drained soil
Minimum temperature
'-29°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June to September
Flower color
Soft yellow
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rounded bush
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
130 cm (4 feet)
Width
130 cm (4 feet)
Growth rate
Average
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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