Petal Pals
floribunda · Year unknown
Hot Cocoa
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
floribunda
Bloom size
3 to 4 inches
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
20 to 25
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
orange
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Light, smoky, or spicy fragrance.
Color Description
Smoky, chocolate-orange to rusty red with a reddish-purple reverse.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Well-draining, nutrient-rich soil with slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to rust and powdery mildew.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water needed, keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer throughout the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, remove dead or damaged wood and crossing canes to encourage growth.
Pests & Diseases
Generally disease resistant, but may be susceptible to black spot in high humidity.
🧬 Pedigree
Playboy x Altissimo
🏆 Awards & Recognition
AARS winner 2003.