Petal Pals
old garden · Year unknown
Princess Adelaide
4 to 6 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
4–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Borne in small clusters on long, arching stems.
Petal count
Double
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Medium green
Foliage surface
Matte
Fragrance Notes
Rich, sweet, and classic damask-like fragrance.
Color Description
Clear, soft pink that can fade slightly as it ages.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 6 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
Well-draining, nutrient-rich, slightly acidic soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to rust and mildew.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water is needed, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom flush.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring by removing dead or weak wood; as a Moss rose, prune lightly after flowering.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, but susceptible to standard rose pests like aphids and blackspot if conditions are poor.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown