Petal Pals
rambler · 1896
Aglaia
Rosa 'Aglaia'
8 to 20 feet (2.5 to 6 meters)
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
rambler
Bloom size
Small to medium, approximately 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7 cm) in diameter.
Bloom habit
Clusters of 30 to 100 small, bowl-shaped flowers borne in large, pyramidal bouquets.
Petal count
Semi-double to double (approx. 15-25 petals)
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
arching
Color
yellow
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Light green
Foliage surface
Glossy to semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Strong musky fragrance with tea-rose undertones; very aromatic.
Color Description
Pale yellow buds opening to light yellow flowers that quickly fade to a creamy white or buff tone.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
8 to 20 feet (2.5 to 6 meters)
Spread
8 to 10 feet (2.5 to 3 meters)
Soil
Tolerant of all soil types including clay, loam, and sandy soils, provided they are well-drained and rich in organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good to high resistance to common rose diseases.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular deep watering, especially during dry spells; prefers consistent moisture but well-drained soil.
Fertilizer
Apply rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of flowers.
Pruning
Prune after flowering in mid-to-late summer; remove old, woody canes to encourage new growth; minimal pruning is often recommended for best display.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy and disease-resistant; occasionally susceptible to mildew in stagnant air but shows good resistance to black spot.
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa multiflora x Rêve d'Or (Noisette)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None found in contemporary major award registries.