Petal Pals
climber · 1910
Dr. W. Van Fleet
Rosa 'Dr. W. Van Fleet'
12 to 20 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
borne in clusters
Petal count
25-30 petals
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
vigorous
Color
blush
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
glossy
Fragrance Notes
sweet, subtle perfume
Color Description
soft, flesh-pink fading to creamy white
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
12 to 20 feet
Spread
8 to 10 feet
Soil
fertile, well-drained loam
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
moderate
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer in early spring
Pruning
prune after flowering
Pests & Diseases
generally healthy, can be susceptible to black spot in damp climates
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa wichuriana x Safrano
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Award of Garden Merit (RHS)