Petal Pals
shrub · 1979
David Thompson
Rosa 'David Thompson'
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
3–8
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
small clusters
Petal count
semi-double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
red
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
medium green
Foliage surface
semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
light, pleasant rose scent
Color Description
deep crimson-red blooms
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic pH
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–8
Disease Resistance
highly resistant to black spot and mildew
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water requirements, do not overwater
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season
Pruning
requires light pruning in spring to remove dead wood and maintain shape
Pests & Diseases
generally disease-resistant, though may be susceptible to typical rose pests like aphids
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa rugosa x (Rosa rugosa x 'Independence')
🏆 Awards & Recognition
widely recognized for winter hardiness