Petal Pals
english · 1992
The Alexandra Rose
4-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
english
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
Double, approximately 30-40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Mid-green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, tea rose scent.
Color Description
Soft pink with hints of apricot or cream.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-5 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil, ideally with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, especially during dry spells.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping as needed.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, but watch for black spot or mildew in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Graham Thomas x unnamed seedling