Petal Pals
grandiflora · 1981
Bing Crosby Rose
Rosa 'Bing Crosby'
4-6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
grandiflora
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly or in small clusters on long stems.
Petal count
30-35
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Very light, barely noticeable fragrance.
Color Description
Vibrant orange-red to bright orange.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-6 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water needed, keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Requires regular feeding with a balanced rose fertilizer throughout the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and crossing canes to encourage airflow.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant, but monitor for typical rose issues like black spot or aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
Unnamed Seedling x 'Cathedral'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
AARS winner 1981