Petal Pals
rambler · 1901
Dorothy Perkins
Rosa 'Dorothy Perkins'
12-20 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
rambler
Bloom size
Small
Bloom habit
Large clusters
Petal count
Double
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
arching
Color
pink
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Bright green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Light, sweet fragrance.
Color Description
Soft pink.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
12-20 feet
Spread
8-10 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining garden soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Poor
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Standard balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune after flowering, removing old stems to encourage new growth.
Pests & Diseases
Highly susceptible to powdery mildew.
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa wichurana x Mme. Gabriel Luizet
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Award of Garden Merit