Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1931
Amy Johnson
Rosa 'Amy Johnson'
12-15 ft (3.6-4.7 m)
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–11
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large to very large
Bloom habit
Blooms in steady waves throughout the summer and fall; produces flowers on long stems suitable for cutting.
Petal count
Semi-double to double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
vigorous
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Possesses a superb, strong scent described as very fragrant.
Color Description
Large ruffled flowers of clear, medium pink; sometimes described as cherry-pink with a bright boss of yellow stamens.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
12-15 ft (3.6-4.7 m)
Spread
8-10 ft
Soil
Prefers fertile, well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types common in Australian garden conditions.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–11
Disease Resistance
High; bred to withstand the elements without excessive chemical treatment.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Requires regular watering to establish, especially in the hot, dry climates for which it was bred; once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer to support vigorous climbing growth and repeat blooming.
Pruning
Minimal pruning required; deadhead spent blooms to encourage subsequent waves of flowering and prevent the formation of hips.
Pests & Diseases
Bred by Alister Clark for high disease resistance; stems are moderately thorny and the plant is known for its health in warm climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Souvenir de Gustave Prat x seedling