Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1984
Dolly Parton
Rosa 'Dolly Parton'
4-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually solitary on long stems
Petal count
30 to 35 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Very sweet, heavy damask scent.
Color Description
Vibrant, deep orange-red.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-5 feet
Spread
3 feet
Soil
Fertile, loamy, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, deep watering; keep soil moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Balanced rose fertilizer applied in early spring and repeated after each flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and crossing canes to encourage airflow.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Unspecified seed parent x Unspecified pollen parent
🏆 Awards & Recognition
AARS winner 1984