Petal Pals
Reference photo
old garden · Year unknown
Glory of Waltham
✦ strong fragrance
4 to 6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
large
Bloom habit
cupped, globular
Petal count
very double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
medium green
Foliage surface
matte
Fragrance Notes
very fragrant, classic damask-like scent
Color Description
vivid crimson to cherry-red
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 6 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
well-drained soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water needs
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer during growing season
Pruning
prune in early spring
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to blackspot and rust
🧬 Pedigree
unknown