Petal Pals
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Adam
Rosa 'Adam'
5 to 10 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–11
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
Large (8–10 cm)
Bloom habit
Large, fully double, globular, and deeply cupped flowers that often become quartered when fully open; borne mostly singly or in small clusters.
Petal count
26 to 40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
vigorous
Color
blush
Fragrance
very strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Strong, sweet classic Tea aroma with hints of peach, apricot, and honey.
Color Description
Salmon-pink and peachy-buff with amber and apricot highlights. The center of the bloom often displays deeper pink tints, while the outer petals may fade to a creamy blush.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
5 to 10 feet
Spread
4 to 6 feet
Soil
Prefers well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 5.6–7.5). Amending with organic matter like compost is recommended for best results.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–11
Disease Resistance
Moderate; prone to fungal issues if conditions are damp.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Requires regular, deep watering to keep the soil evenly moist, particularly during the first growing season. Avoid overhead watering to minimize disease risk.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms. Being a vigorous grower, it benefits from regular feeding throughout the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead or weak wood and to shape the plant. Since it blooms on new wood, early pruning encourages fresh growth and more flowers.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to powdery mildew and black spot, especially in humid climates; requires good air circulation and preventive fungicide treatments.
🧬 Pedigree
Hume's Blush Tea-scented China x Rose Edouard
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None