Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1969
City of Bath
Rosa 'Wife of Bath'
90-120 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or small clusters
Petal count
High
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, classic rose scent
Color Description
Rich pink or salmon-pink blend
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
90-120 cm
Spread
60-90 cm
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering to keep soil evenly moist
Fertilizer
Standard rose fertilizer applied during the growing season
Pruning
Light pruning in early spring to remove dead or diseased wood
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant, but monitor for typical rose pests like aphids
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None notable