Petal Pals
shrub · 1956
Alchymist
Rosa 'Alchymist'
10-12 feet, can reach up to 19 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
4–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
3-4 inches (10 cm)
Bloom habit
Borne in clusters of 3 to 7; very full, quartered, and old-fashioned in form.
Petal count
45-70 petals
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
vigorous
Color
apricot
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green, bronze when young
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Strong, fruity scent with notes of tea rose and citrus undertones.
Color Description
Complex apricot blend with shades of coral, yellow, and pink; petals are often pink on the inside and yellow on the outside, fading to pale cream/peach with age.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
10-12 feet, can reach up to 19 feet
Spread
4-8 feet
Soil
Thrives in fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Tolerant of most soil types including clay and loam.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4–9
Disease Resistance
Very good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Provide regular, even moisture; deep watering once a week is preferred over frequent light watering. Increase frequency during heat stress.
Fertilizer
Feed in early spring and again in mid-summer with a balanced rose fertilizer or composted organic matter. Avoid feeding after late August.
Pruning
As a once-blooming rose, prune after the flowering season has ended. Remove dead, damaged, or weak wood in early spring before growth begins.
Pests & Diseases
High disease resistance; generally carefree but can be susceptible to black spot and powdery mildew in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
R. eglanteria hybrid x 'Golden Glow' (Large-flowered Climber, Brownell 1935)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ARS National Rating 7.8