Petal Pals
floribunda · 1964
Elizabeth of Glamis
Rosa 'MACel'
approx. 2-3 ft (60-90 cm)
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
floribunda
Bloom size
Large, 3-4 inches
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
30-35
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Very sweet, distinctive fragrance.
Color Description
Salmon-pink to light coral blend.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
approx. 2-3 ft (60-90 cm)
Spread
approx. 2 ft (60 cm)
Soil
Well-drained, fertile, loamy soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 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, removing dead or damaged wood and crossing canes.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Spartan x Highlight
🏆 Awards & Recognition
RNRS Gold Medal (1963), President's International Trophy (1964), AARS (1965).