Petal Pals
other · 1922
Agnes
Rosa 'Agnes'
1.5m to 2.5m
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
2–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
7.5cm to 10cm
Bloom habit
Fully double, old-fashioned, spherical blooms born singly or in small clusters on prickly stems.
Petal count
30-40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
yellow
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Crinkled and wrinkled (leathery)
Fragrance Notes
Rich, fruity, and old-fashioned scent with distinct notes of lemon.
Color Description
Pale amber-yellow blooms that fade to a creamy white or light yellow; deeper amber or apricot tones may appear in the center during cooler weather.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
1.5m to 2.5m
Spread
1.2m to 1.5m
Soil
Prefers fertile, moist, well-drained loamy soil; adaptable to sandy, clay, and poor soil conditions; tolerant of salt spray in coastal areas.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 2–10
Disease Resistance
Excellent resistance to blackspot and rust.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply and regularly, especially during dry spells; avoid overhead watering to prevent petal damage.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Requires minimal pruning; remove dead or weak wood in late winter or early spring and prune lightly to maintain shape after the main flowering flush.
Pests & Diseases
Exceptionally resistant to blackspot and common foliar diseases; occasionally prone to petal balling in very wet weather.
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa rugosa x Rosa foetida 'Persian Yellow'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Noted for historical significance in Canadian rose breeding; featured in major historical rose collections.