Petal Pals
shrub · 1998
William Morris
Rosa 'Auswill'
4.5-5 ft
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Small clusters of flowers
Petal count
40+
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
arching
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Medium green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
A warm, fruity fragrance that develops into a lovely tea scent.
Color Description
Soft pink with hints of apricot.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4.5-5 ft
Spread
3-4 ft
Soil
Fertile, moist, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune back in early spring to maintain shape and promote new growth.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, but monitor for typical rose issues like black spot in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Graham Thomas x Abraham Darby
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None