Petal Pals
floribunda · 1972
Satchmo
Rosa 'Satchmo'
2' to 4'11" (60 to 150 cm)
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
floribunda
Bloom size
7 to 9 cm
Bloom habit
Large clusters of 5-12 flowers.
Petal count
17-25 petals (semi-double)
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Weak to moderate fragrance.
Color Description
scarlet red
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
2' to 4'11" (60 to 150 cm)
Spread
50 to 60 cm
Soil
Well-drained soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Resistant to powdery mildew, black spot, drought, and rain.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Requires at least an inch of water per week during the growing season.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., NPK 5-6-3) regularly throughout the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring. Make cuts at a 45-degree angle about 1/4 inch above outward-facing bud eyes.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose pests like aphids and caterpillars; diseases include powdery mildew and black spot.
🧬 Pedigree
‘Evelyn Fison’ × ‘Diamant’