Petal Pals
old garden · 1811
Aimable Rouge
Rosa gallica 'Aimable Rouge'
80 cm - 150 cm
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
4–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
5 cm - 7 cm
Bloom habit
Small to medium, very double, flat or pompon-like flowers borne in clusters.
Petal count
41+ petals
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Matte, rough
Fragrance Notes
Intense, spicy scent with distinct notes of cardamom.
Color Description
Deep carmine to purple-red blooms that fade to a shade of lilac-pink or violet as they age.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
80 cm - 150 cm
Spread
90 cm - 120 cm
Soil
Tolerant of various soil types, including heavy clay and stony soils, provided they are nutrient-rich.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering; prefers well-drained soil but can tolerate some drought once established.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and a light application after the blooming season ends.
Pruning
Prune lightly after the summer bloom to maintain shape and remove old wood; avoid heavy winter pruning to preserve flowering wood.
Pests & Diseases
Generally disease resistant; resistant to blackspot but may be susceptible to powdery mildew and aphids in certain conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown (Rosa gallica hybrid)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None recorded