Petal Pals
old garden · 1875
Abel Carrière
Rosa 'Abel Carrière'
4' to 6'
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Large, full, double flowers, often cupped or globular in form, borne singly or in small clusters.
Petal count
40+
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
burgundy
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Leathery
Fragrance Notes
Strong Old Rose fragrance.
Color Description
Velvety dark crimson-purple or maroon, often with a brighter, fiery red center.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4' to 6'
Spread
3' to 4'
Soil
Fertile, loamy, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate; typical of 19th-century Hybrid Perpetuals.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, keeping the soil moist but well-drained; avoid overhead irrigation to prevent fungal issues.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins; cut back older canes to encourage vigorous new wood, typical of Hybrid Perpetual roses.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to blackspot, powdery mildew, and rust if air circulation is poor; however, it is noted for tolerating high heat and intense sun without petals burning.
🧬 Pedigree
Seedling of 'Baron de Bonstetten'