Petal Pals
old garden · 2021
Duke of Edinburgh
Rosa 'Duke of Edinburgh'
4-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
Full, 26-40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Matte to slightly leathery
Fragrance Notes
Rich, damask-like rose fragrance.
Color Description
Vivid deep vermilion or scarlet-red.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-5 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering to keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead or diseased wood and shape the plant.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to blackspot and mildew common in older roses.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown