Petal Pals
shrub · 1939
Erato
Rosa 'Erato'
Up to 4-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Clustered to solitary
Petal count
Double, 26-40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
red
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green, semi-glossy
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, classic rose fragrance
Color Description
Deep red to velvety crimson
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
Up to 4-5 feet
Spread
Approx. 3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining garden loam with a slightly acidic pH
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to common fungal diseases
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, consistent watering; keep soil moist but well-drained
Fertilizer
Standard rose fertilizer applied at start of growth and after blooming flushes
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping the plant
Pests & Diseases
Generally good, but susceptible to standard rose ailments like blackspot in humid conditions
🧬 Pedigree
Unspecified
🏆 Awards & Recognition
N/A