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Polka

David Austin✦ moderate fragrance

8 to 10 feet

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

5–9

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

climber

Bloom size

Large (4 to 5 inches)

Bloom habit

Large, ruffled blooms, often solitary or in small clusters

Petal count

30 to 40 petals

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

climbing

Color

apricot

Fragrance

moderate

Foliage

Dark green

Foliage surface

Semi-glossy

Fragrance Notes

Pleasant, fruity, or tea-like scent

Color Description

Warm apricot, salmon, or deep copper

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

8 to 10 feet

Spread

6 to 8 feet

Soil

Fertile, well-draining soil

Hardiness Zone

Zone 5–9

Disease Resistance

Good disease resistance

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

Regular watering, keep soil moist but well-drained

Fertilizer

Regular fertilizing during the growing season with a balanced rose fertilizer

Pruning

Prune in late winter or early spring; prune back climbing canes to encourage blooming

Pests & Diseases

Generally healthy but can be susceptible to black spot in humid climates

🧬 Pedigree

MEIbonid x MEIrestif

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Multiple international awards including Geneva Gold Medal

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