Petal Pals
english · 1984
Hilda Murrell
Rosa 'Ausmurr'
120 cm to 135 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
—
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
english
Bloom size
8 cm to 11 cm
Bloom habit
Large, bowl-shaped to rosette-shaped flowers with ruffled edges.
Petal count
Around 40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Medium to dark green
Foliage surface
Coarsely grained, rough-textured, dull to leathery
Fragrance Notes
Myrrh and old roses
Color Description
Deep pink rosettes with ruffled edges, sometimes with hints of apricot or peach at the center and darker petal reverses.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
120 cm to 135 cm
Spread
90 cm
Soil
Slightly acidic soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5.
Disease Resistance
Moderately resistant
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water to maintain even soil moisture if there is less than 1 inch of rainfall per week; water at the base early in the day.
Fertilizer
Fertilize if a soil test indicates nutrient deficiency; avoid application after early August.
Pruning
Benefits from hard pruning to maintain manageable size and shape.
Pests & Diseases
Prone to mildew and rust; can be susceptible to aphids and sawflies.
🧬 Pedigree
unknown seedling × ('Parade' × 'Chaucer')