Petal Pals
old garden · Year unknown
Gloire des Mousseux
4 to 6 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or in small clusters.
Petal count
Double
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Medium to dark green.
Foliage surface
Matte to semi-glossy.
Fragrance Notes
Rich, classic old rose fragrance.
Color Description
Clear, bright pink to rose-pink.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 6 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
Rich, fertile, well-draining soil with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping the soil moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring; typically requires minimal pruning to maintain shape.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to typical rose issues such as black spot and mildew in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown