Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 2003
Maurice Utrillo
Rosa 'Maurice Utrillo'
32 to 48 inches
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
3 to 4 inches
Bloom habit
Large, cupped, double flowers typically appearing in small clusters on sturdy stems.
Petal count
17 to 25 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
striped
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green, often with a subtle bluish tint.
Foliage surface
Glossy and lush.
Fragrance Notes
A unique and distinctive scent often described as reminiscent of moss and mushrooms, with some sweet notes.
Color Description
Brilliant red blooms strikingly splashed and striped with vibrant yellow and creamy white.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
32 to 48 inches
Spread
24 to 36 inches
Soil
Prefers rich, organic, well-drained soil. It is relatively tolerant of various soil types and pH levels, though slightly acidic to neutral is ideal.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Excellent disease resistance; noted for its resilience and healthy foliage even in challenging conditions.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply and regularly as the soil dries, approximately twice a week until established. Avoid overhead watering to prevent disease and ensure consistent moisture during dry periods.
Fertilizer
Apply a general-purpose rose fertilizer every eight weeks from early spring through summer. Supplemental applications of liquid seaweed fertilizer are also beneficial for flowering.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring before the new growth flush to shape the plant and remove dead or damaged wood. Deadhead spent flowers throughout the season to encourage continuous reblooming.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose pests such as red spider mites, rose leaf-rolling sawfly, scale insects, and rabbits, though it is highly resistant to major fungal diseases.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Lyon Certificate of Merit (2000), Rose Hills Gold Medal (2005), A.R.T.S. Master Rose (2026).