Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 2000
Alain Souchon
Rosa 'Alain Souchon'
3 to 5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
4 to 5 inches
Bloom habit
Very full, quartered, old-fashioned bloom form.
Petal count
75 to 100
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
very strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Strong scent of citrus, fresh raspberry, and strawberry.
Color Description
Deep crimson to cardinal red with dark red buds.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 5 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Rich, fertile, well-drained soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, deep watering; ensure well-drained soil.
Fertilizer
Balanced rose fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove old wood and maintain shape.
Pests & Diseases
May be susceptible to blackspot and powdery mildew in humid environments.
🧬 Pedigree
Ambassador x Fiorella
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Fragrance awards at Le Roeulx, Buenos Aires, Saverne, Tokyo, and Rose Hills.