Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1973
Aperitif
Rosa 'Aperitif'
90 to 120 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
20 to 25
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Light, subtle fragrance.
Color Description
Soft pink with lighter reverse.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
90 to 120 cm
Spread
60 to 90 cm
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil, preferably slightly acidic.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Average
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, especially during dry spells.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and crossing canes.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose diseases like black spot and powdery mildew.
🧬 Pedigree
(Chic x Zambra) x (Zambra x Zambra)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
No Current Award Data