Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1988
Angel Rose
Rosa chinensis var. minima
10-18 inches
Height
Continuous
Blooming
Full sun
Light
4–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
1-1.5 inches
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
5-25
Flowering
continuous
Habit
compact
Color
pink
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Medium green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Light, sweet rose scent.
Color Description
Delicate shades of pink ranging from shell pink to rose, often with white highlights and a yellow center.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
10-18 inches
Spread
12-18 inches
Soil
Prefers well-drained, fertile, loamy soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4–10
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Requires regular watering to maintain consistent soil moisture; avoid waterlogging.
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer.
Pruning
Minimal pruning needed; deadhead regularly to encourage continuous blooming and remove dead wood in late winter.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose pests like aphids and spider mites; generally resistant to most diseases but can get black spot in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa chinensis var. minima