Petal Pals
climber · 2000
Elfe
Rosa 'TANelfe'
8-12 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne solitary or in small clusters on long stems.
Petal count
Double, 26-40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
arching
Color
bicolor
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, fruity scent.
Color Description
Pale greenish-white or creamy-yellow center fading to white at the edges.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
8-12 feet
Spread
6-8 feet
Soil
Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to common rose diseases.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, deep watering; keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer during the active growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead or diseased wood and shape as needed; since it is a climber, prune lateral shoots to two or three buds.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but can be susceptible to black spot in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Unspecified
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Not available