Petal Pals
shrub · 2007
Libellula
Rosa 'Libellula'
2'-3'
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
3"-4"
Bloom habit
Produces large, wavy, lace-like petals; heat-resistant.
Petal count
135+
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
lavender
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Old rose and lemon scent.
Color Description
Soft lavender to lilac petals with ruffled edges, which can transition to a blue-purple or silvery-mauve tone in cooler temperatures.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
2'-3'
Soil
Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0–6.5).
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–10
Disease Resistance
Excellent
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply at the root level; avoid evening watering to prevent disease.
Fertilizer
Use an all-purpose, balanced garden fertilizer consistently before and throughout the blooming cycle.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead wood, thin out congestion, and shape the shrub.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose pests like aphids and Japanese beetles; maintain good airflow to prevent powdery mildew.