Petal Pals
shrub · 1989
Crocus Rose
Rosa 'AUSquest'
4 to 5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Large, 3 to 4 inches
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
41+ petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
arching
Color
apricot
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Medium green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant tea fragrance.
Color Description
Soft apricot-yellow that fades to a paler, creamy white.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 5 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
Fertile, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–10
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or diseased wood and shape the shrub.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to black spot and mildew but can occasionally be affected by aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
Unidentified seedling x Unidentified seedling
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Various regional rose society awards