Petal Pals
shrub · 1991
Captain Samuel Holland
Rosa 'Captain Samuel Holland'
5 to 6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
3–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
2 to 3 inches
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
20 to 25
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
arching
Color
red
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Slight, pleasant fragrance.
Color Description
Deep pink to light red.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
5 to 6 feet
Spread
4 to 5 feet
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–9
Disease Resistance
Excellent
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, especially during dry spells; keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer once in early spring and again after the first major flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead or diseased wood and shape the plant.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to black spot and mildew.
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa kordesii Wulff x Rosa spinosissima 'William III'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Hardy rose selection for cold climates.