Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 2012
Comtessa
Rosa 'KORcomtes'
100-120 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 8-10 cm
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or small clusters
Petal count
Very full, 40+ petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
white
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, classic rose fragrance.
Color Description
Creamy white with a touch of soft yellow in the center.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
100-120 cm
Spread
60-80 cm
Soil
Well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Highly resistant to mildew and black spot
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water is needed, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom cycle.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring by removing dead wood and crossing canes to encourage airflow.
Pests & Diseases
Generally good disease resistance, but monitor for common rose pests like aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
Unnamed seedling x Unnamed seedling
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ADR 2006, Gold Medal Baden-Baden 2006, Silver Medal Le Roeulx 2006