Petal Pals
shrub · 1976
Black Pearl French Florist Shrub Rose
Black Perfumella French Florist Shrub Rose
3'-3 1/2'
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
3"-4"
Bloom habit
Deep red, almost black, velvety petals with double-curled, cup-shaped blooms.
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
none
Color Description
Black
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3'-3 1/2'
Soil
Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0-6.5).
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–10
Disease Resistance
Strong
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Deep soak 1-2 times a week, aiming for about 1-2 inches of water at the base of the plant.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced all-purpose garden fertilizer consistently before and throughout the blooming cycle.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring, just as buds begin to swell (often when forsythia blooms).
Pests & Diseases
Highly disease-resistant; generally resistant to common ailments.