Petal Pals
other · 2005
Abraham Martin
Rosa 'Abraham Martin'
4 - 5 ft
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
3–8
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
Medium (approx. 3 - 4 inches)
Bloom habit
Double blooms borne in clusters.
Petal count
25 - 40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Rugose, leathery, and deeply veined.
Fragrance Notes
Traditional rugosa-rose scent with spicy undertones.
Color Description
Clear, medium pink that softens slightly as the bloom ages.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 - 5 ft
Spread
4 - 5 ft
Soil
Well-drained, fertile, loamy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–8
Disease Resistance
Very high
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Moderate; requires well-drained soil and should be watered regularly until established.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer to support repeat blooming.
Pruning
Minimal; remove dead, damaged, or diseased wood in early spring. Avoid heavy pruning to maintain natural habit.
Pests & Diseases
Excellent resistance to black spot, powdery mildew, and rust; typical of the hardy Canadian Rugosa hybrids.
🧬 Pedigree
'Jens Munk' (seed) x 'Martin Frobisher' (pollen)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None recorded