Petal Pals
other · 2009
Dinky
Rosa 'VELheav'
100-150 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
Small, 2-3 cm
Bloom habit
Large, dense clusters
Petal count
Semi-double, 9-16 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Light, subtle floral scent
Color Description
Vibrant deep carmine-pink that fades slightly to a softer pink as the flower ages
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
100-150 cm
Spread
80-100 cm
Soil
Fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to black spot and mildew
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering to keep soil moist but well-drained
Fertilizer
Apply balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and after blooming cycles
Pruning
Light prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead wood
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant, but monitor for typical rose issues like black spot
🧬 Pedigree
Playrose x Robin Hood
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal Kortrijk 2002, Gold Medal Baden-Baden 2002