Petal Pals
english · 1985
Emanuel
Rosa 'AUSuel'
4 to 5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
english
Bloom size
Large, 4 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne in clusters of 3-5
Petal count
Very full, 40-60 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
apricot
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Medium green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Rich, old rose scent with hints of fruit.
Color Description
Soft, warm apricot-pink, fading to a lighter creamy pink.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 5 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
Fertile, humus-rich, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, deep watering at the base to keep soil moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom flush.
Pruning
Prune back by one-third in late winter or early spring; remove dead or damaged wood.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, though can be susceptible to black spot if air circulation is poor.
🧬 Pedigree
Graham Thomas x Heritage
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Not widely documented.