Petal Pals
Reference photo
climber · 1928
Countess of Stradbroke
Rosa 'Countess of Stradbroke'
Alister Clark✦ strong fragrance
up to 12 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
mostly solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
30-40
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
arching
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
leathery
Fragrance Notes
rich, sweet damask fragrance
Color Description
deep, velvety crimson-red with dark shading
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
up to 12 feet
Spread
6 to 8 feet
Soil
fertile, well-draining loam
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
average
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
moderate
Fertilizer
balanced
Pruning
moderate
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to blackspot in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
Black Boy x Unknown