Petal Pals
shrub · 1973
Applejack
Rosa 'Applejack'
6 to 8 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
3–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
medium, approximately 3 inches
Bloom habit
borne in clusters
Petal count
10-15 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
vigorous
Color
red
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
medium green
Foliage surface
leathery
Fragrance Notes
spicy, apple-like scent
Color Description
vibrant semi-double pinkish-red flowers with golden stamens
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
6 to 8 feet
Spread
6 to 8 feet
Soil
well-draining, fertile soil with slightly acidic pH
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–9
Disease Resistance
very high
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water needs; consistent moisture is preferred
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer applied in spring and throughout the growing season
Pruning
remove old or dead wood and prune old canes back to ground level in spring
Pests & Diseases
generally disease-resistant; monitor for standard rose issues
🧬 Pedigree
(Rosa laxa × Rosa rugosa) × 'Prairie Princess'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
none