Petal Pals
floribunda · 1958
Toni Lander
Rosa 'Toni Lander'
60-100 cm
Height
Continuous
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
floribunda
Bloom size
5-8 cm
Bloom habit
Double blooms produced in clusters typical of the Floribunda class.
Petal count
15-25 petals
Flowering
continuous
Habit
bushy
Color
orange
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy and shining
Fragrance Notes
very light, barely noticeable fragrance
Color Description
Bright orange-scarlet to salmon-orange
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
60-100 cm
Spread
24 inches
Soil
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter; tolerates various soil types if drainage is adequate.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
High; noted for its healthiness and resistance to the rigors of cold, damp climates.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Maintain a regular watering schedule to keep soil consistently moist but well-drained, particularly during dry spells and for new plantings.
Fertilizer
Feed once per month or every 6–8 weeks during the growing season (typically late March to late August) using a 15-10-10 fertilizer or organic rose food.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins; remove dead, damaged, or diseased wood and thin out crowded branches to maintain its bushy shape.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy and robust; may be susceptible to standard rose pests such as aphids or spider mites if stressed.
🧬 Pedigree
'Independence' x 'Circus'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal, Royal National Rose Society (RNRS), 1958; Gold Medal, Madrid, 1959