Petal Pals
climber · Year unknown
Paul's Lemon Pillar
10 to 15 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
High
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
climbing
Color
yellow
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Leathery and semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Intense, lemony, and spicy.
Color Description
Pale lemon-yellow fading to creamy white.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
10 to 15 feet
Spread
6 to 8 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water needed, keep moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and after the first flush.
Pruning
Prune after flowering as it blooms on old wood.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to mildew.
🧬 Pedigree
Frau Karl Druschki x Maréchal Niel
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal, National Rose Society, 1915