Petal Pals
grandiflora · 1950
Carrousel
Rosa 'Carrousel'
4 to 6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
grandiflora
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
borne mostly solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
20 to 25
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
leathery
Fragrance Notes
light, spicy scent
Color Description
deep cherry red
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 6 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
well-draining, fertile loamy soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
consistent moisture is preferred
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer applied monthly during growing season
Pruning
prune in early spring by removing dead wood and crossing canes
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
Unnamed Seedling x Captain Thomas
🏆 Awards & Recognition
AARS winner 1956