Petal Pals
old garden · 2000
Apothecary's Rose, Red Rose of Lancaster
Rosa gallica
125cm
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
4–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
3.5-5"
Bloom habit
Large, semi-double, fuchsia flowers; free-flowering.
Petal count
Semi-double
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Bluish-green
Foliage surface
Ample foliage
Fragrance Notes
Old Rose
Color Description
Deep pink to carmine-red with prominent yellow stamens
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
125cm
Spread
125cm
Soil
Well-drained, rich, and loamy soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4–9
Disease Resistance
Powdery mildew issues may occur but can resolve in no-spray gardens.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Moderate; requires regular watering, especially for newly planted roses or those in containers, with mulching recommended to retain soil moisture.
Fertilizer
Balanced feed recommended.
Pruning
Prune annually to maintain shape and encourage growth; typically involves cutting back stems to maintain size and removing weak or dead wood.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to powdery mildew.