Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1976
Blue Nile
Rosa 'DELblu'
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or small clusters on strong stems
Petal count
25-30
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
purple
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Rich, fruity, damask-like fragrance
Color Description
Silvery-lavender or mauve-purple
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, keep soil moist but well-drained
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season
Pruning
Prune in early spring, remove dead wood and thin out older branches
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid conditions
🧬 Pedigree
Unspecified
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-American Rose Selection (AARS) 1977