Petal Pals
english · 1961
English Rose
Rosa
4-6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
4–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
english
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
deeply cupped, many-petaled rosettes
Petal count
many-petaled
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Fragrance Notes
old rose, myrrh, fruity, and tea
Color Description
English roses are a marketing term for a diverse group of shrub roses bred by David Austin that encompass a wide spectrum of colors including pink, yellow, red, white, apricot, and various blends.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-6 feet
Spread
4-6 feet
Soil
Rich, fertile, well-draining soil; mixing in compost before planting is recommended.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4–10
Disease Resistance
Exceptionally disease resistant and reliable across the collection.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Give roses a good soak, then leave them to draw from that reserve. Deep watering is recommended to encourage deep roots. Morning watering is best to allow leaves to dry naturally.
Fertilizer
Feed in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Pruning helps roses renew themselves; specific timing and techniques vary by variety and season.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resilient, but susceptibility varies by specific variety.