Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1978
Blue Moon, Cl.
Rosa
8 to 15 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
large
Bloom habit
usually solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
26 to 40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
arching
Color
purple
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
medium green
Foliage surface
semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
intense, sweet, citrus-like
Color Description
silvery lilac-blue
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
8 to 15 feet
Spread
6 to 8 feet
Soil
well-drained, fertile soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water needs
Fertilizer
regular feeding with a balanced rose fertilizer
Pruning
prune in early spring, remove old canes and dead wood
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
sport of Blue Moon
🏆 Awards & Recognition
none recorded