Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1975
Allegretto
Rosa 'Allegretto'
90 cm to 150 cm (approx. 3 to 5 feet)
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, typically 10-12 cm in diameter
Bloom habit
Large, high-centered flowers usually born solitary or in small clusters on long, sturdy stems.
Petal count
Double (approx. 25-35 petals)
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy to glossy
Fragrance Notes
A combination of fruity and classic damask scents, inherited from its highly fragrant parents.
Color Description
Vibrant orange-red to vermilion-red blooms that maintain their color well as they age.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
90 cm to 150 cm (approx. 3 to 5 feet)
Spread
60 cm to 90 cm (approx. 2 to 3 feet)
Soil
Rich, well-drained loamy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0).
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Average to good; benefits from preventative fungicidal treatment in humid climates.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, deep watering to keep soil moist but well-drained; avoid overhead watering to prevent disease.
Fertilizer
Balanced rose fertilizer applied in early spring and after each bloom flush through late summer.
Pruning
Annual spring pruning: remove dead or diseased wood and thin out old canes to promote new growth and air circulation.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose issues like blackspot, powdery mildew, and aphids; requires good airflow.
🧬 Pedigree
'Duftwolke' (Fragrant Cloud) x 'Sutter's Gold'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal, Rome (1975)