Petal Pals
old garden · 1886
Aennchen von Tharau
Rosa 'Aennchen von Tharau'
280–420 cm (9.2–13.8 ft)
Height
Once
Blooming
Part shade
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
7–8 cm (2.75–3.15 in)
Bloom habit
Large, double, cupped flowers borne in clusters on arching stems.
Petal count
26–39 petals
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
vigorous
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark gray-green
Foliage surface
Matt
Fragrance Notes
Spicy, fruity aroma with distinct notes of cinnamon.
Color Description
Brilliant creamy white with a faint pink or yellowish-pink center; fades to snow-white.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Partial shade
Height
280–420 cm (9.2–13.8 ft)
Spread
140–220 cm (4.6–7.2 ft)
Soil
Tolerates a variety of soils including stony, heavy clay, and loamy soils; prefers well-drained, nutrient-rich soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to black spot; susceptible to mildew and rust.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, especially during the first few years of establishment; more drought-tolerant once established but performs best with consistent moisture in well-drained conditions.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms (though it is once-blooming) to support vigorous growth and health.
Pruning
Low to moderate maintenance; requires simple spring tidying and occasional thinning of older canes after flowering to maintain structure and health.
Pests & Diseases
Good resistance to black spot; moderate susceptibility to powdery mildew and rust in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa alba L. x unknown Ayrshire rose (possibly R. arvensis hybrid)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
American Rose Society Dowager Rose Queen (Cleveland Rose Society Show, 2001)