Petal Pals
floribunda · 1988
Abigaile
Rosa 'Abigaile'
45 cm (18 in)
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
floribunda
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Small to medium clusters of double flowers.
Petal count
26-40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
blush
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Possesses a very light, subtle floral scent.
Color Description
Pale pink to creamy-silver flowers with distinct darker pink or carmine-pink petal margins; classified as a pink blend.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
45 cm (18 in)
Spread
30-40 cm (12-16 in)
Soil
Adaptable to various soil types including chalky, clay, loamy, and sandy; prefers a pH-neutral to slightly acidic, moist, well-drained environment.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–10
Disease Resistance
High
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Maintain consistent moisture in well-drained soil; avoid overhead watering to minimize the risk of fungal diseases.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced granular rose fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer after the first flowering flush.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring by cutting back to 10-15 cm (4-6 inches) from the ground. Regular deadheading throughout the season is recommended to encourage continuous blooming.
Pests & Diseases
Demonstrates good resistance to common rose diseases such as black spot and powdery mildew, aided by its glossy foliage.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown (Not declared by breeder)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
No major international awards recorded.