Petal Pals
Reference photo
hybrid tea · 1878
Countess of Limerick
Rosa 'Comtesse de Limerick'
Gilbert Nabonnand✦ moderate fragrance
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
large
Bloom habit
usually solitary
Petal count
30-40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
purple
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
leathery
Fragrance Notes
fruity and sweet
Color Description
deep lavender to mauve pink
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
fertile, well-drained loam
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
average
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
regular
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer during growing season
Pruning
moderate pruning in late winter
Pests & Diseases
watch for blackspot and mildew
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None