Petal Pals
climber · 1931
Allen's Fragrant Pillar
Rosa 'Allen's Fragrant Pillar'
8 to 10 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Large, double, well-shaped flowers typically born on long stems.
Petal count
40+ (Very Full)
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
vigorous
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Bronzy green turning to dark green
Foliage surface
Smooth, attractive
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, classic rose fragrance with spicy undertones.
Color Description
Bright cerise-pink petals flushed with golden yellow at the base, often described as satiny pink or clear cerise.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
8 to 10 feet
Spread
4 to 6 feet
Soil
Rich, fertile, well-draining loamy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0).
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to common diseases, noted for its vigor and hardiness.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, keeping soil moist but well-drained; more frequent during active growth and hot weather.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms. Supplement with organic compost or mulch.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring. Remove dead, damaged, or weak wood. Thin out older canes to encourage new growth from the base. Light pruning is recommended to maintain its pillar shape.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose issues like blackspot, powdery mildew, and aphids; requires good air circulation and preventative care.
🧬 Pedigree
Paul's Lemon Pillar × Souvenir de Claudius Pernet
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None officially recorded in registry; not to be confused with the 1933 Gold Medal won by 'Golden Climber'.