Petal Pals
old garden · 1837
Duchesse de Buccleugh
Rosa 'Duchesse de Buccleugh'
120 - 150 cm
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
Medium to large
Bloom habit
Usually borne in clusters of 3-5
Petal count
Double, approximately 40-50 petals
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green, matte texture
Foliage surface
Leathery
Fragrance Notes
Rich, spicy old rose fragrance.
Color Description
Deep crimson-pink to dark pink with a rich texture.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
120 - 150 cm
Spread
90 - 120 cm
Soil
Rich, fertile, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, especially during dry spells.
Fertilizer
Balanced rose fertilizer applied in early spring and again after the first bloom.
Pruning
Minimal pruning required; remove dead or weak wood in early spring.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but can be susceptible to black spot in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown