Petal Pals
Reference photo
old garden · Year unknown
Star of Waltham
✦ strong fragrance
4-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
medium to large
Bloom habit
usually solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
full, 30-40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
leathery, matte
Fragrance Notes
intense, sweet, classic rose fragrance
Color Description
vibrant crimson-red
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-5 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
well-draining, rich, loamy soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
average
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
moderate
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer
Pruning
prune in early spring
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to black spot and mildew
🧬 Pedigree
unknown