Petal Pals
grandiflora · Year unknown
White Queen Elizabeth
4 to 6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
grandiflora
Bloom size
Medium to large
Bloom habit
Often borne in small clusters on long, strong stems.
Petal count
Double, usually 25 to 30 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
white
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark green, semi-glossy.
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Light, pleasant floral scent.
Color Description
Pure white, sometimes with a slight cream tint in the center as it ages.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 6 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Requires regular fertilizing with a balanced rose fertilizer throughout the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping the bush.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to typical rose issues like black spot, powdery mildew, and aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
A white sport of the cultivar 'Queen Elizabeth'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None notable.