Petal Pals
shrub · 1987
The Dark Lady
Rosa 'AUSbloom'
4 to 5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
often borne singly or in small clusters
Petal count
very full, 100+ petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
medium green
Foliage surface
matte
Fragrance Notes
old rose fragrance
Color Description
deep crimson red
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 5 feet
Spread
4 feet
Soil
fertile, loamy, well-draining soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–10
Disease Resistance
moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
keep moist but well-drained
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season
Pruning
prune back by one third in spring
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to black spot in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
unnamed seedling x Mary Rose
🏆 Awards & Recognition
none specifically noted