Petal Pals
old garden · 1894
Clio
Rosa 'Clio'
4 to 6 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
large, 3-4 inches
Bloom habit
solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
full, high petal count (approx 40+)
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
upright
Color
blush
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
medium green
Foliage surface
leathery, semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
delicate, sweet fragrance
Color Description
flesh-pink to pale pink with a deeper center
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 6 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
well-drained, fertile soil, slightly acidic
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water needs; consistent moisture is preferred
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season
Pruning
prune in early spring; remove dead or diseased wood and thin out growth
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to blackspot and rust
🧬 Pedigree
Madame Gabriel Luizet x Unknown
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal, National Rose Society (1894)