Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1986
Amalia
Rosa 'Amalia'
120-150 cm (4-5 feet)
Height
Continuous
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large (10-12 cm)
Bloom habit
Large, high-centered, double blooms typically borne on long, solitary stems.
Petal count
25-40 petals
Flowering
continuous
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy to glossy
Fragrance Notes
Sweet and classic rose perfume, sometimes noted with slight spicy undertones.
Color Description
Vibrant scarlet crimson to deep dark red.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
120-150 cm (4-5 feet)
Spread
60-90 cm (2-3 feet)
Soil
Moist but well-drained soil rich in organic matter; adaptable to chalky, clay, loamy, and sandy soils with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good; requires standard preventive care in disease-prone regions.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, deep watering 1-2 times per week; maintain consistent soil moisture, avoiding waterlogged conditions.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced, slow-release rose fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer; supplementary liquid feeding during the blooming season is beneficial.
Pruning
Hard prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead, diseased, or crossing wood and encourage new growth; typical of Hybrid Tea maintenance.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose issues such as blackspot, powdery mildew, and aphids, particularly in humid environments.
🧬 Pedigree
Pharaon × Lara