Petal Pals
floribunda · 1956
Abendglut
Rosa 'Abendglut'
60–100 cm (24–40 in)
Height
Continuous
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
floribunda
Bloom size
Large (approx. 8–10 cm)
Bloom habit
Small to medium clusters
Petal count
25–40 petals
Flowering
continuous
Habit
bushy
Color
red
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Very light or no discernible fragrance.
Color Description
Dark scarlet red to deep crimson.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
60–100 cm (24–40 in)
Spread
60–80 cm (24–32 in)
Soil
Humus-rich, well-drained, loamy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0).
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate to high; noted for its resilience and vigor.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, even moisture; avoid overhead watering to prevent disease.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms. Supplement with organic mulch or compost.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring. Remove dead, damaged, or diseased wood and thin out older canes to encourage new growth. For floribundas, prune back healthy canes by about one-third.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose pests like aphids and spider mites. Generally healthy but may occasionally be affected by blackspot or powdery mildew in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Information not publicly disclosed by the breeder.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ADR (1956), Gold Medal Baden-Baden (1956)