Petal Pals
shrub · 2009
Purple Rain
1.5 - 2 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
clustered blooms
Petal count
semi-double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
spreading
Color
purple
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
very faint, barely noticeable
Color Description
vibrant, deep violet-purple with a hint of magenta
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
1.5 - 2 feet
Spread
2 - 3 feet
Soil
well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
good resistance to black spot and mildew
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
moderate
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer
Pruning
light pruning in spring to maintain shape
Pests & Diseases
generally disease resistant, watch for black spot in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
unspecified
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ADR award winner