Petal Pals
other · 1925
Cornelia
Rosa 'Cornelia'
5-8 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Small clusters
Petal count
Double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
arching
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green with reddish tinges on young growth
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Musky, sweet, and fruity fragrance.
Color Description
Soft coppery-pink buds opening to apricot-pink flowers that fade to light pink with a yellow base.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
5-8 feet
Spread
4-6 feet
Soil
Rich, loamy, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil moist but well-drained, avoiding overhead watering to prevent fungal issues.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer at the beginning of the growing season and again after the first bloom flush.
Pruning
Prune lightly to maintain shape; remove dead or damaged canes in late winter or early spring.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, though can be susceptible to black spot in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Prosperity x unnamed seedling
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Award of Garden Merit (AGM) by the Royal Horticultural Society