Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1970
Apricot Silk
Rosa 'Apricot Silk'
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, typically 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly on long, strong stems.
Petal count
25-30 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
apricot
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark, semi-glossy green.
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, fruity scent typical of tea roses.
Color Description
Soft apricot-orange with lighter edges and gold undertones.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer applied regularly throughout the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping the plant to encourage new growth.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew if air circulation is poor.
🧬 Pedigree
Unspecified
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None