Petal Pals
grandiflora · 1971
Aquarius
Rosa 'Aquarius'
3-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
grandiflora
Bloom size
Medium to large
Bloom habit
High centered to cupped
Petal count
25-30 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Very light, subtle scent.
Color Description
Pink with deep pink edges and a yellow center.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-5 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with a neutral pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water, keep soil moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing old or dead wood and crossing branches.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to common rose diseases, but monitor for black spot and aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
Unnamed Seedling x 'Charlotte Armstrong'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selections (AARS) Winner, 1971