Petal Pals
Reference photo
floribunda · 2006
Black Cherry
Rosa 'Black Cherry'
Dr. Keith W. Zary✦ slight fragrance
4 to 5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
floribunda
Bloom size
medium to large
Bloom habit
clusters
Petal count
25 to 30
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
glossy
Fragrance Notes
very faint
Color Description
deep velvety red with dark undertones
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 5 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
well-drained fertile soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
average
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
consistent
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer
Pruning
moderate
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to blackspot
🧬 Pedigree
unnamed seedling x unnamed seedling
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ARS Award of Excellence