Petal Pals
shrub · 2021
Shades of Grey Dutch Florist Shrub Rose
80-120 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
10 cm
Bloom habit
Cup-shaped blooms with purple-gray color and slightly pink outer petals.
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
other
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Leathery
Fragrance Notes
The fragrance is described as light.
Color Description
Grey
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
80-120 cm
Soil
Well-draining soil is preferred.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
The foliage is noted as being disease-resistant and rain-resistant.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Deep, infrequent watering at the base of the plant is recommended to prevent shallow-root stress.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced fertilizer mix (e.g., NPK 5-6-3) regularly throughout the growing season; avoid fertilizing after mid-August.
Pruning
Prune in early spring before new growth emerges or after the danger of severe cold has passed.
Pests & Diseases
Common rose pests include aphids, mites, thrips, and caterpillars; common diseases include black spot, powdery mildew, and rust.