Petal Pals
grandiflora · 2005
About Face
Rosa 'About Face'
5 - 6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
4–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
grandiflora
Bloom size
4 - 5 inches
Bloom habit
Full, old-fashioned cupped blooms borne singly on long stems or in small clusters.
Petal count
26 - 35
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
orange
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Large, glossy to semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Distinctive fresh apple and fruity scent.
Color Description
Unique 'backwards' bicolor with a deep golden-yellow interior and a dark bronzy orange-red reverse.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
5 - 6 feet
Spread
3 - 5 feet
Soil
Thrives in rich, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4–10
Disease Resistance
Excellent
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, deep watering at the base to maintain consistent moisture, particularly during the growing season and in hot weather.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again in early summer to support vigorous growth and repeat blooming.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring once the threat of extreme cold has passed; remove dead or diseased wood and thin out older canes to promote air circulation.
Pests & Diseases
Highly disease resistant, though it may be susceptible to blackspot in high-humidity environments.
🧬 Pedigree
[('O Sole Mio' x Unnamed Seedling) x 'Midas Touch'] x 'Hot Cocoa'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selections (AARS) Winner 2005, Portland Best Rose 2009