Petal Pals
other · 1939
Buff Beauty
Rosa 'Buff Beauty'
150-300 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
large, loose clusters
Petal count
semi-double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
arching
Color
apricot
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
bronze-green
Foliage surface
leathery
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, musky scent with hints of tea.
Color Description
Buff-yellow turning to a creamy apricot-yellow.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
150-300 cm
Spread
180-240 cm
Soil
Fertile, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water is needed, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood and shape; can be trained as a climber or kept as a large shrub.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, though can be susceptible to black spot in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
William Allen Richardson x unknown
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Award of Garden Merit (AGM) by the RHS