Petal Pals
shrub · 1983
Mary Rose
4 to 5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
3 to 4 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne in small clusters.
Petal count
Approximately 40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Mid-green
Foliage surface
Matte to semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Old Rose fragrance with hints of honey and almond.
Color Description
Clear, deep pink.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 5 feet
Spread
4 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and crossing canes. Maintain shape by light pruning after flowering flushes.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but can be susceptible to black spot and powdery mildew in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Wife of Bath x The Miller
🏆 Awards & Recognition
RHS Award of Garden Merit