Petal Pals
other · 1817
Seven Sisters
Rosa multiflora var. platyphylla
8 to 20 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
4–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
less than 2 inches
Bloom habit
Born in large clusters (corymbs) containing multiple colors simultaneously.
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
climbing
Color
bicolor
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Wrinkled and coarse
Fragrance Notes
Fragrant blooms
Color Description
Flowers open dark pink, sometimes appearing red or purple, and fade through pink to white, often showing multiple shades in the same cluster.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
8 to 20 feet
Spread
5 to 15 feet
Soil
Prefers loam, sand, or moist, well-drained soil; adaptable to acid or alkaline conditions.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4–9
Disease Resistance
Some sources note excellent disease resistance, while others note susceptibility to mildew.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Medium; requires consistent hydration, especially during peak summer due to its large size and leaf surface area.
Pruning
Requires periodic pruning to keep growth in check; training canes horizontally along support structures encourages lateral budding.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to mildew and other insects and diseases.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown