Petal Pals
climber · 1997
Amadeus
Rosa 'Amadeus'
2.5 - 3.8 m (8 - 12.5 ft)
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
8 - 10 cm (3 - 4 inches)
Bloom habit
Large clusters of 5-7 flowers.
Petal count
17-25
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
vigorous
Color
red
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Mild, fresh rose scent with fruity undertones.
Color Description
Vivid blood-red to dark crimson blooms that hold their color well even in strong sunlight.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
2.5 - 3.8 m (8 - 12.5 ft)
Spread
1 - 1.6 m (3.2 - 5.2 ft)
Soil
Fertile, humus-rich, loamy, and well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Excellent
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Moderate; maintain consistent moisture and ensure good drainage. Increase watering frequency during peak flowering periods.
Fertilizer
Apply a general-purpose rose or shrub fertilizer in early spring and again in early summer. Mulching with organic matter in late winter is recommended.
Pruning
Pruning group 17 for climbing roses; remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches in late winter or early spring. Reduce side shoots to 3 buds to encourage lateral blooming.
Pests & Diseases
Excellent resistance to black spot and mildew. May be susceptible to common rose pests like aphids, sawflies, and leafhoppers.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medals: The Hague (2004), Geneva (2004), Lyon (2005); Certificate of Merit: Bagatelle (2004).