Petal Pals
old garden · 1825
Mousseux Ancien
3-5 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
Double
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Matt
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, typical of old garden roses.
Color Description
Rich pink or lilac-pink blooms with mossy buds.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-5 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, especially during dry spells.
Fertilizer
Standard balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring by removing old or damaged wood.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to typical rose ailments like blackspot if not well-ventilated.