Petal Pals
climber · 1905
Alida Lovett
Rosa 'Alida Lovett'
10-18 ft (3-5.5 m)
Height
Once
Blooming
Part shade
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
3.25-3.5 inches
Bloom habit
Clusters of large, flat, double blooms
Petal count
Double (26-40 petals)
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
arching
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy and shiny
Fragrance Notes
Mildly sweet with hints of apple blossoms and fruit.
Color Description
Bright shell-pink blossoms with a distinctive sulphur-yellow shading at the base of the petals.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Partial shade
Height
10-18 ft (3-5.5 m)
Spread
8-10 ft (2.4-3 m)
Soil
Tolerant of various soil types but thrives in rich, well-drained loamy soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Excellent; specifically noted for being mildew-proof.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Provide regular watering to maintain consistently moist, well-drained soil; established plants can tolerate occasional dry spells.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the bloom cycle ends.
Pruning
Prune after the once-yearly flowering period to avoid removing next year's bloom buds. Remove old or dead canes to encourage new growth from the base.
Pests & Diseases
Highly resistant to mildew; generally robust against most common rose pests.
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa wichuraiana × Souvenir du Président Carnot
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Noted historically as one of the best climbers for outdoor planting in the early 20th century.