Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1963
Captain Cook
Rosa 'Captain Cook'
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
usually solitary
Petal count
25-35
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
spicy, classic rose scent
Color Description
deep pink with hints of carmine
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
well-draining, nutrient-rich, slightly acidic soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
average
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
consistent moisture, avoid overhead watering
Fertilizer
regular application of rose-specific fertilizer during growing season
Pruning
moderate pruning in early spring
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to black spot and powdery mildew in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown