Petal Pals
Reference photo
climber · Year unknown
Soldier Boy
✦ moderate fragrance
up to 15 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
borne in clusters
Petal count
single to semi-double
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
climbing
Color
red
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
glossy
Fragrance Notes
musk scent
Color Description
vivid scarlet-crimson with a golden base
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
up to 15 feet
Spread
up to 8 feet
Soil
well-drained garden soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water requirements
Fertilizer
regular feeding during growing season
Pruning
prune lightly after spring flush
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to blackspot and mildew if conditions are poor
🧬 Pedigree
unspecified