Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1981
Deutsche Welle
Rosa 'Deutsche Welle'
100-120 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly or in small clusters.
Petal count
26-40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
purple
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Intense, classic rose fragrance with hints of citrus and spice.
Color Description
Deep, saturated magenta-purple to violet.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
100-120 cm
Spread
60-80 cm
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to common rose diseases.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Balanced fertilizer applied during the growing season.
Pruning
Light pruning in early spring to remove dead or diseased wood and encourage air circulation.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to black spot and mildew, but monitor for aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
Mainzer Fastnacht x Unnamed seedling
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ADR 1982