Is Rose Cottonbush safe for pets?

Yes, Rose Cottonbush (Gossypium Australe) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Rose Cottonbush easy to care for?

Rose Cottonbush has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun light.

Can Rose Cottonbush grow indoors?

Rose Cottonbush is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Rose Cottonbush (Gossypium Australe) is a perennial shrub in the Malvaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Gossypium australe is an endemic woody shrub related to cotton, found in northwestern Australia.

Last updated: February 2026

Rose Cottonbush

Gossypium Australe

Gossypium australe is an endemic woody shrub related to cotton, found in northwestern Australia.

Quick Facts

Type

shrub

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

9-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractant, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Rose Cottonbush

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Malvaceae

Genus:Gossypium