Petal Pals
other · Year unknown
Hume's Blush Tea-scented China
3 to 6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or small clusters.
Petal count
Double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
blush
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Distinctive tea-scented fragrance.
Color Description
Pale blush pink with a deeper center.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 6 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
Fertile, moist, well-draining soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, especially during dry spells.
Fertilizer
Requires consistent feeding with a balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune lightly to maintain shape and remove dead wood; prune after flowering.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to typical rose ailments including black spot and mildew if not kept with good air circulation.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown (China rose hybrid)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Historical significance as one of the original Tea roses.