Petal Pals
other · Year unknown
Red Elegance French Florist Shrub Rose
3' to 4'
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
4"
Bloom habit
Borne mostly solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
20 to 24 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Medium green
Foliage surface
Matte, leathery
Fragrance Notes
Damask, fruity, sweet, tea rose
Color Description
Red
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3' to 4'
Spread
20" to 3'
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Naturally resistant to diseases
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Requires at least an inch of water per week during the growing season; new plantings need frequent and deep watering.
Fertilizer
Fertilize with a rose or flower food from early spring to mid-September; follow product directions.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead, diseased, or damaged wood; deadhead faded flowers to encourage repeat blooming.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to diseases; potential pests include aphids, mites, thrips, caterpillars, Japanese beetles, scale, nematodes, and rose chafer.